Nicaragua

Nicaragua, a beautiful country with almost 6 million young citizens, and the largest land mass in Central America comparable to the size of New York State, is ranked by the United Nations (http://hdr.undp.org/en) as the second poorest country, after Haiti, in the western hemisphere.

Natural disaster and a storied political history have left many children, women, and men living in impoverished and difficult socio-economic circumstances. However, there remain present resilient, hardworking people with strong organizing and community building skills.

Compañeros is working with local staff, leaders, and volunteers to implement a comprehensive multi-year community development plan in Barrio Grenada, a high-needs neighbourhood located in the heart of the capital, Managua. We welcome your enthusiasm and look forwad to preparing you to engaging your knowledge, skills, and values effectively.