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OPPORTUNITYInternational
NICARAGUA INSIGHT TRIP
Seeing the Real Nicaragua
Nicaragua is home to great beauty and passion. This Central American country possesses the natural beauty of both Pacific and Caribbean coasts, majestic volcanoes and a rich culture best known for its marimba music and warm hospitality.
Nicaragua’s economy is primarily focused on the agricultural sector. Despite ongoing effects of the Contra War in the 1980s, several recessions and natural disasters, a new sense of pride and confidence is driving Nicaragua’s farmers and artisans toward progress. Even though Nicaragua remains one of the poorest countries in Central America, this sense of hope is
inspiring its youth to learn how to support their families by starting income-generating businesses.
To bolster this movement of hope, Opportunity launched the Nicaragua Community Economic Development Program in 2005 to assist with community development from within —building upon local assets and investing in local economies. Our programs provide both individual and community-level investments to address sustainable solutions for entrepreneurs, their families and their communities. Travel with us to experience firsthand how Nicaragua is being built up and renewed day by day.
Opportunity’s Impact in Nicaragua Students Served by the Community Development Programs:
180Farmers Working with Agriculture Program:
370
“ Everyone interested in the work of Opportunity International should
travel on at least one Insight Trip to truly understand the work of the organization. Meeting the clients and staff, while
experiencing the progress of our
clients, is invaluable.” Barbara Lupient, Insight Trip 2012
NICARAGUA4-7 DAYINSIGHT TRIP
The Opportunity Experience
DAY ONEArrive in Managua, Nicaragua, where
local Opportunity Staff will meet you
upon your arrival and take you to your
hotel in Granada for a good night’s rest.
DAY TWOJoin your fellow travelers for breakfast
before venturing off to visit Opportunity’s
work. Meet clients in Managua and
Masaya and witness Trust Group trainings.
After lunch, visit more clients in their
places of business.
DAY THREEVisit Opportunity’s agricultural program
to see how the work is transforming
lives and providing opportunities for
farmers and their families. Meet a family
on their farm for a glimpse of rural life in
Nicaragua. In the afternoon, spend time
at the La Laguna community leadership
initiative.
DAY FOURAt Emprendedor School, learn about an
innovative curriculum model designed
specifically for rural communities. Visit
artisan workshops and see beautiful,
handmade products that reflect
Nicaraguan culture and traditions.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONDAY FIVE–DAY SEVENTravel to Pelican Eyes Resort and
experience a stunning hillside location
and panoramic views of San Juan del
Sur and the ocean beyond. Enjoy water
activities and stroll along the beach
while visiting local communities.
Depart for home with wonderful memories,
lasting friendships and a renewed spirit as
you reflect on your role in Opportunity’s
work to end poverty.
Itinerary
At Opportunity International, we are passionate about transforming lives around the globe. We host Insight Trips so we can share with you, our supporters, the hope, gratitude and excitement we experience every time we are in the field with clients working hard to achieve their goals.
Insight Trips are safe, eye-opening and unforgettable adventures that are authentic to each host country. You’ll spend time with experts in the field and local hosts who know the culture inside and out—their personal perspective will give you
an intimate understanding of the culture and how we work alongside our clients to make significant and lasting changes. You’ll witness how our clients are rising out of poverty and transforming their lives.
So come journey with us. We take care of all the details to ensure you travel in good company to authentic and exquisite sights. It will be an adventure unlike any other—one that will change you forever.
For trip schedule, cost and registration, visit opportunity.org/insight
Growing up in a rural village without
electricity and walking four miles
each morning for a bucket of water,
Ana Acuña knows the ache of
poverty. Determined to provide a
brighter future for her children, Ana
secured a loan from Opportunity
International to supply building
materials for various infrastructure
projects in her community. As a
result of her hard work and passion
for community improvement, Ana
has broken free from poverty and
transformed her community in
the process. Together with her
neighbors, Ana has built a road,
installed electrical lines, dug a
well and reroofed the local library.
She now leads a team of elected
community members who maintain
the building projects and develop
innovative ideas to further enrich
their village.
ANA’S STORY
Discover more at opportunity.org
Opportunity International800.793.9455
Opportunity International provides access to savings, small business loans, insurance and training to nearly 5 million people working their way out of poverty in the developing world. Clients in over 20 countries use these financial services to start or expand a business, provide for their families, create jobs for their neighbors and build a safety net for the future.
Opportunity International is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and serves all people regardless of race, religion, ethnicity or gender.
© 2014 Opportunity International
VisionOur vision is a world in which all people have the opportunity to achieve a life free from poverty, with dignity and purpose.
MissionBy providing financial solutions and training, we empower people living in poverty to transform their lives, their children’s futures and their communities.
MotivationWe respond to Jesus Christ’s call to love and serve the poor. We seek to emulate the Good Samaritan, whose compassion crossed ethnic groups and religions. We serve all people regardless of race, faith, ethnicity and gender.
Values Commitment to our clients and their transformation.
Humility a spirit of serving in all that we do.
Respect 360 degrees of consideration and teamwork.
Integrity living our values with transparency and consistency.
Stewardship accountability, innovation, and urgency.
Transformation our ultimate goal in ourselves and others.
MethodWe support local microfinance organizations that provide innovative financial solutions to empower people, create jobs and build vibrant communities.• We create innovative partnerships to provide complementary services to our clients.• We seek to impact the lives of our
clients, staff and supporters.• Our products, services and training enable clients to develop
businesses, to save and to insure against an uncertain future.
• We strengthen and influence value chains to benefit our clients, connect them to viable markets and drive economic progress.