Reports and numbers can quantify impact, but the best testament to our programs around the world is seeing and hearing the people we work with share their stories. These videos highlight the transformative power of our initiatives, from the vibrant pottery traditions upheld by women in Guatemala to the educational strides made by children […]
A women-led group called “Textiles Nueva Esperanza” (New Hope Textiles in English) set a simple goal: to sell their traditional, handmade products beyond their community. With the support of an initiative called Women’s Economic Empowerment, the group received technical assistance, equipment and financial support. Today, they have reached that goal—and someday, they hope to sell […]
As Burkina Faso endures extremist violence and shortages of food and water, when communities need to unite behind urgent solutions, citizens have felt disconnected from their government. Communities in Burkina Faso assessed the strength of their local governance in 2021, a process supported by USAID’s Inclusive Governance for Resilience (IGR) project. They concluded that the […]
Four short-form documentaries focusing on public-private partnerships in West Africa earned one Platinum and three Gold awards in the prestigious 2024 Viddy Awards. Produced by Creative Associates International on behalf of USAID’s West Africa Trade & Investment Hub, the videos are part of a package that explains the innovations, outcomes and transformative nature of the […]
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Program Highlight
Honduras – Sembrando Esperanza
To address the complex violence and migration dynamics confronting communities, the USAID Sembrando Esperanza sees these challenges through a human security lens that works to build collective efficacy, reinforce social cohesion and create a sense of rootedness in 25 municipalities. Sembrando Esperanza’s human security approach transcends the narrow path of traditional development to address key […]
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