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Martín Burt relaunches his book at Worcester Polytechnic Institute
The Executive Director of Fundación Paraguaya, Dr. Martín Burt, presented the updated edition of his book Who Owns Poverty? at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester, Massachusetts, USA. The book, published in collaboration with Unbound Authors, continues to challenge traditional conceptions of poverty and promote an innovative approach to its eradication. The event, part of…
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Salesforce and Team4Tech volunteers in Paraguay to enhance the impact of the Poverty Stoplight
A team of seven international volunteers—six from Salesforce and one from Team4Tech—is currently in Paraguay, contributing their expertise and experience to the technological development of the Fundación Paraguaya’s Poverty Stoplight. The Poverty Stoplight is an innovative tool that allows families to assess their poverty level through visual indicators and design personalized action plans to improve…
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40 years of Fundación Paraguaya: a legacy of innovation and commitment
Since its founding in 1985, Fundación Paraguaya has been a beacon of social innovation in Paraguay. What began as a dream became an organization that, for four decades, has tirelessly worked to improve the lives of thousands of families by promoting financial inclusion, education, and entrepreneurship. For Dr. Martín Burt, founder and CEO, the key…
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Paraguayan Women: the foundation of progress and hope
On Paraguayan Women’s Day, Fundación Paraguaya pays tribute to the women who, with courage and dedication, have been the driving force behind the country’s development. From the heroic women who rebuilt the nation after the War of the Triple Alliance to today’s entrepreneurs who lead 66% of microbusinesses, their impact is undeniable. On its 40th…
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Over 200,000 paraguayan youth receive technical assistance to escape poverty
While governments see alarming figures of youth poverty, Fundación Paraguaya invests in the potential of families by providing them with tools and solutions to overcome poverty. Through the Poverty Stoplight and educational programs, it has already impacted nearly 200,000 young people, equipping them with the resources needed to break free from poverty. Additionally, more than…
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United for progress: families in Ybycu’i successfully build a passable road
With over 70 families benefiting, the community of Limpio, in the city of Ybycu’i, inaugurated the first 200 meters of cobblestone paving on their main road. This achievement was made possible through the Poverty Stoplight methodology, which enabled families to identify their needs and work together to address them. The Carbón Cué community, part of…
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Fundación Paraguaya welcomes international visits to share its poverty eradication methodology
From Brazil and India, renowned organizations and diplomatic representatives visited the foundation to explore partnerships and learn about our social impact. Fundación Paraguaya had the honor of hosting three significant delegations that visited its programs to gain insights into the organization’s multidimensional poverty eradication methodology. These visits reinforce the global reach of its impact and…
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Paraguayan methodology shines in prestigious international social innovation awards
The innovative Paraguayan methodology known as the “Poverty Stoplight,” promoted by Fundación Paraguaya in over 60 countries, has earned significant international recognition by being named one of the 40 winners of the 2024 World Summit Awards (WSA) in the “Inclusion and Empowerment” category. It was also the only representative from Latin America. This award highlights…
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Ganadera La Celestina and Fundación Paraguaya renew commitment to social development
The Paraguayan Foundation and La Celestina Ranch have reaffirmed their partnership with the renewal of an agreement aimed at improving the quality of life for communities in the Department of Concepción. This collaboration seeks to benefit 180 families in the localities of San Alfredo and Tagatiyá as part of the Poverty Stoplight Program. Martín Burt,…
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The creativity and traditions of our families shined in the national contest
The Fundación Paraguaya presented awards to the winners of the National Contest «Qué Lindo Tu Pesebre» («How Beautiful Is Your Nativity Scene»), an initiative aimed at keeping Christmas traditions alive by fostering family unity, creativity, and Christian values. This annual event, which has become a beloved tradition, invites families to express the spirit of Christmas…