Project Purpose | Micro entrepreneurs, youth, grassroots organizations and communities will increase their economic opportunities and play more active roles in supporting community-based initiatives by learning, strengthening and practicing business-related skills. |
Goal 1 BUSINESS AND LIFE SKILLS | Bolivian youth will enhance their business and life skills by participating in learning opportunities. Volunteers and their work partners will: - train and coach 2500 students in business skills
(including ICT and English) - work with 100 youth associations and women’s organiza- tions to facilitate the training of life skills including: leadership, goal setting, decision-making, self-esteem, resume-writing and interviewing
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Goal 2 BUSINESS CONSULTING | Micro entrepreneurs in various grassroots sectors--with a focus on Indigenous Handicrafts and Community Tourism--will learn and practice appropriate small business principles and skills that lead to increased opportunities for long-term income generation. Volunteers and their work partners will: - Consult with 60 microenterprises on new or improved business practices (ICT, bookkeeping, etc.)
- consult with 60 microenterprises on quality control and effective marketing for their products and services
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Goal 3 ORGANIZATIONAL STRENGTHENING | Grassroots local organizations and groups will improve their internal structures and operations, and therefore their capacity for long-term income generation. Volunteers and their work partners will: - facilitate the establishment of long-term, participatory strategic planning processes in 20 community-based organizations
- Facilitate the formation, planning, implementation, and monitoring & evaluation of at least 20 projects involving multiple businesses/ organizations.
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