JustHope
Creating global partnerships that combat extreme poverty and nurture sustainable community.
Rosa Ojeda, a dedicated community leader in Chacraseca and shaper of JustHope, died last week. JustHope Founder Leslie Penrose remembers the important role that Rosa played in making JustHope the organization that it has become.
Chacraseca, one of JustHope's two main partner communities, is a sprawling agricultural area covering about 30 square miles (76 sq km) just to the east of the city of León. Since we often refer to Chacraseca's 12 Sectors, we wanted to offer some background on how Chacraseca and its sectors developed and got their names.
The triplets in La Flor are doing well, and have a new house.
Jesus Guido was a leader in his community working tirelessly to fulfill his dreams and inspiring other leaders.
José and Luz were dance students at the Cultural Center. Now, they help preserve Nicaraguan identity as the dance teachers.