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The Chu family exemplifies the transformation brought by the USAID HIV Care and Treatment Project that supports the Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance and civil society in ensuring that all people living with HIV receive the necessary treatment and achieve viral suppression through high-quality, non-discriminatory care and treatment services. Healthcare is a fundamental human right, and USAID is committed to making HIV treatment accessible to all.

In March 2023, USAID/OTI partnered with Asociación Mujer Tejedora del Desarrollo (AMUTED) to train 16 community midwives on therapeutic healing to support women victims of violence in Salcajá and how to collaborate with official mechanisms to report and attend violence cases. Following the training, midwives were able to immediately put their enhanced skills and knowledge into practice by working with a group of 15 victims of violence identified by AMUTED. This approach has also sensitized the community about the knowledge and support midwives can provide to attend to cases of violence against women. The midwives now use this knowledge acquired in the USAID/OTI training to address violence cases in their community through a complaint route that involves official institutions and can provide a comprehensive approach to the women victims' healing process.

Uncover a powerful shift in perception. Our latest story, 'Badge to Bond,' delves into the transformative impact of fun play and trust-building activities in high-crime neighborhoods. Discover how these initiatives are reshaping the relationship between the community and the police.

Beyond the business impact, Brenda's efforts have forged a path for others to follow. By proving that traditional values can harmonize with digital innovation, she has ignited a spark of possibility for Indigenous entrepreneurs around the world.

Having witnessed the impact on families, particularly on vulnerable pregnant women and young children, Anaite emphasizes the critical importance of recognizing symptoms for timely intervention. Sánchez, an epidemiologist in Guatemala, has committed herself to combating mosquito-borne diseases like Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya through educational.