Lomas Area Program

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Program Type

Community Development

Planned Life Cycle

2014 - 2029

Location

Bolivia

Areas of Focus

Health | Education

Program Timeline

Status: Active

Before 2014
2014
2019
March 2020
October 2022
2024

BEFORE WE BEGIN: Assessment and design

Before 2014

With local leaders, we assess the community's needs and resources and plan projects to provide long-term solutions.

PHASE 1: Building the foundation

2014

During this phase, sponsorship and development opportunities begin.

PHASE 2: Evaluate and grow

2019

During this phase, we monitor the community’s progress and make adjustments to meet their goals. More community members become involved, lead projects and gain ownership of their success.

World Vision’s global COVID-19 response begins

March 2020

In line with public health recommendations outlined by the World Health Organization, certain program activities are temporarily suspended, affecting procedures like sponsor correspondence, visits and gifts. World Vision works with communities worldwide to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and support families through the crisis.

Routine child sponsorship operations resume

October 2022

World Vision programs return to pre-pandemic norms, as COVID-19 work is integrated into our regular activities.

PHASE 3: Enhance sustainability

2024

During this phase, children and families enjoy improved living conditions as they prepare to become independent and continue the work you helped start.

Progress

5,910children received deworming treatment to support their health and development

Progress

2,754people participated in trainings, counseling or activities on reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health

Progress

199children attended in-school or after-school literacy activities

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Program Details

Context

Lomas, which means "hills in Spanish, sits amongst the mountains and plains of southern Bolivia. The population of this urban slum continues to grow as
families migrate from rural communities toward the city in search of better lives. Most make their living as drivers, masons, street vendors, and,... ...

Challenges

Health
Food shortages are a common problem in Lomas, where 33% of children under five are chronically malnourished. Most do not eat nutritious foo... ...

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From the field

"In my neighborhood, many boys and girls didn’t have opportunities to learn math or language, and their parents often didn’t follow up on their school education. Today, thanks to the joint efforts of neighborhood leaders and World Vision, we’ve created a playroom

Hello, my name is Neymar. Before, Christmas was just a day like any other, but this year it was different. Thanks to World Vision and the churches that support us, I enjoyed

Hello, my name is Shirley. Before, I did not have the opportunity to participate in any sports activities in my neighborhood. Now, thanks to the support of

Within the family, the need arose to implement a bathroom suitable for children. "My parents are very happy with the bathroom", says Jhonatan (7 years old) child sponsored, wearing a with red t-shirt with blue

My family was in great need when my husband had an accident and couldn't work. I didn’t know what to do at first. But after receiving training, I now sell sausages and chicken cracklings. This is how I earn money to feed my family. I feel hopeful that things will get better, and we will overcome thi

"I like Christmas celebrations because it is a time where I can share with my friends in funny activities that teach us values like this year, where we learned that we can reuse plastics and other materials to design and make our costumes by ourselves," says Helen, 9 years old and registered child.

"Adolescents and young people previously did not have a specialized care center for this most vulnerable group, but thanks to the JESUS Network (Young Entrepreneurs Following a Path), with the support of World Vision, we carried out a micro project to require the health center to have a Differentiat

"Thanks to the training with the doctor, I learned how to help my son in his rehabilitation, now my son has improved a lot after receiving the physical therapy sessions," says Jhenny, mother of 2 children. Jhenny on the left holding her baby. World Vision has conducted training for parents in the ph

"Before, we had difficulties in our logical reasoning in learning to add and multiply, thanks to World Vision and the local Church, a community play center was implemented, where I learned to solve math problems in a fun way, playing with my friends." Says Elena, 8 year old, sponsored girl. Elena on

"Before, I did not generate any type of resources; I only dedicated myself to my family. But now thanks that I trained in cutting and sewing, I can take care of myself and help my family financially," says Nora, mother of 2 sponsored children. Thanks to World Vision, Nora is part of a group of entre

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Results

2023

2022

2021

Building sustainable futures together

World Vision child sponsorship starts with understanding what is preventing children from surviving and thriving in their community. We then work with the community to bring the pieces of the puzzle together to build a better life for all children.

Sponsor a child

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Unless otherwise stated, data presented on this page reflects the most up-to-date results of World Vision Canada programs reported between October 2023 and September 2024, and any previous fiscal years available. Previously reported data may not match the current presentation as we continuously receive and refine data from our programs. If you have any questions, kindly reach out to us.

Lomas Area Program

Program Timeline

Progress

Progress

Progress

Program Details

Context

Challenges

From the field

Results

Health

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene

Education

Child Protection and Participation

Livelihoods

Building sustainable futures together