Latin America is home to some of the world's greatest biodiversity.

However, poor environmental protection, exploitation of natural resources, and a lack of awareness have contributed to the region's growing environmental crisis.

Further, global warming and inadequate waste management cause an increase in the spread of diseases such as cholera and dengue fever, which jeopardizes the health of millions of individuals, children in particular.

According to UNICEF, half a million Latin American children die each year from preventable illnesses including dehydration and respiratory ailments. Development programs that combine environmental conservation with health education are able to effectively improve living standards for children and families.

In addition, green business practices such as eco-tourism and organic farming link environmental programs with income-generating projects so that individuals can meet their families' needs, while ensuring sustainable conservation over time.

Our partner organizations in Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, Mexico, and Venezuela implement innovative programs in the following areas:

• Environmental education and income-generating programs
• Sustainable fishing
• Cocoa and coffee farming
• Reforestation
• Tree and plant nurseries
• Disease prevention campaigns

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