Ep. 21 - This Colombian Town Is Building Its Own Future
About this episode
The episode discusses how a Colombian town is improving its future through community development programs that enhance education and health.
Send us Fan Mail Better futures are built deep in the mountains of Colombia, where teenagers like Sandra once made a treacherous daily journey down mountain trails to collect unsafe water to drink. Thanks to transformative programs in Colombia serving 46 families, she's attending school instead of carrying heavy water jugs, and local doctors report significantly improved health outcomes throughout the community. Sandra’s transformation exemplifies the sustainable community development approac...
Topics covered
- community development
- education
- health outcomes
- sustainable programs
- Colombia
Keywords
- Colombia
- community development
- education
- health
- sustainable programs
- water safety
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Colombia, Colombia
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