Fundación Amanecer (“Sunrise”) was founded in 1991 to develop programs,
projects and activities in the areas of social, community, cultural and
enterprise development. These seek to harmonize both the inner and
outer aspects of human development, allowing for transformation of the
spirit and well as improving material conditions. After five years
working with the International Child Development Program (affiliated
with UNICEF), the Fundación became an independent non-governmental
organization.
PROGRAMS STARTED BY FUNDACION AMANECER
The
Fundación Amanecer develops both short- and long-term projects.
Fourteen years ago a preschool was started, with a primary school added
five years ago. These serve children from poor communities in urban and
rural areas around La Tebaida. The Fundación created the Talents
Program, to help develop the creative abilities in children. This
operated from 1997 through 2000, when it evolved into a new program,
Fuerza Joven (“Youth Strength”) for young people at a high risk for
addiction, and their families, in the towns of Cali, Jamundi and La
Tebaida. In response to the 1999 earthquake, the Fundación provided a
residence and psycho-social assistance to 110 children and their
mothers for 18 months. This program was recognized by the Province as
one of “Quindio’s Worthy Neighbors.”
CURRENT PROGRAMS
Fundación
Amanecer continues its work with preschool children (ages two through
five) with the day center Semillitas (“Little Seeds”) of Amanecer
started fourteen years ago. This program serves 24 children from the
poor communities around Amanecer as well as rural areas including
Embera Chamí, an indigenous community. This is the only preschool the
Colombian government supports in this area, and offers a nutritional
program.
The school Nuestra Senora de Fatimah,
operating for five years, provides free education for 43 youngsters from
first through fifth grade. The focus of the school is to implement
sensitive and caring curriculum that allows children to express their
nature and develop a love for learning. This facilitates the growth of
their minds and character.
Fundación Amanecer cooperates and establishes strategic links with
other organizations to help develop its goals. It has the advantage of
drawing on community residents – over 100 local people participate and
offer support to the programs.
Contact:
Rossana Silva
Kilómetro 4 after de La tebaida vía al Valle.
Apartado aéreo: 1452 Armenia Quindío - Colombia
Email: colegio_amanecer@hotmail.com