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Tuberculosis and the Dominican Republic |
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Lois is the mother of four who lives in the northern part of the Dominican Republic in the city of Puerto Plata. A little over eight months ago, Lois and her family contracted tuberculosis and had to sell most of their belongings to pay for treatment and blood for their son. Her husband Marino, also infected with TB, works for a hardware company delivering cargo various places, making very little.
PHOTO: Lois and her children, doing their best to find hope despite being infected with tuberculosis.
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Cedarville University visits Esperanza! |
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“There is a change in the children when they come here. They feel the love and support of their teachers and fellow students. They feel like they have encountered a new family where they are safe and they have food, materials, and the opportunity to learn.” Milan Tapia
PHOTO: Business students from Cedarville University at former associate, Milan Tapia's school.
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When Microfinance Doesn't go According to Plan |
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A question often arises: “What happens when microfinance doesn’t go according to plan?” With respect to the Dominican Republic, this question can often be illustrated through examples of natural disaster, and specifically tropical storm and hurricane activity. Two clear examples can be found in the Esperanza microfinance banks of Santiago.
PHOTO: Esperanza associate Olga, and what was left of her home after February floods.
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