AAK volunteers build homes for the poor Once again in 2012, AAK South America volunteers participated in the project “Constructing with Companies” organised by the NGO “TECHO” (“ROOF”). This Latin American non-profit organisation mobilises youth volunteers to eradicate the extreme poverty that affects more than 80 million people in the region. It works together with Latin America’s most marginalised populations in three phases: 36 | AAK Responsible Growth 1. Constructing transitional homes that allow families to have a private, safe and decent shelter 2. Coordinating social inclusion programs such as education, health care, economic development, micro-finance, and vocational training 3. Helping residents develop their own sustainable communities, including construction of permanent housing TECHO is currently supported by 530,000 volunteers in 19 countries. Funding comes from grants, corporate support and individual donations. AAK-SA has been supporting this NGO since 2009. Andrea Gonzalez Regional Logistics Manager, Uruguay
AAK Responsible Growth 2012-2013 - UK
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