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Bolivia is the most isolated and poorest country in South America. Indigenous groups, mainly Quechuas and Aymaras, make up 62 percent of Bolivia's population. In Bolivia, The Hunger Project worked in partnership with Fundación Acción Cultural Loyola (ACLO) from 1997-2009 to empower indigenous communities overcome hunger, poverty and inequality within Bolivian society.

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Trained Indigenous Reporter Runs for Senate in Bolivia

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Nelida Smith is a trained people's reporter and has taken leadership workshop through our partner organization in Bolivia, ACLO. She says, "In political matters, I could not contribute anything before, but now I feel able to contribute from my experience. I can take more informed positions in public spaces and have a responsibility and commitment to serve others."

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November 15, 2009
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A Quechua Woman Leading by Inspiration and Clear Vision

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Lola Bellido's rise as a community leader began with developing her own core self-esteem. Now, she helps other women cultivate their own leadership.

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May 26, 2009
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Bolivia: Increasing Indigenous Leadership, Government Ties and Media Outreach

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ACLO has focused its efforts on training rural villagers and indigenous people in leadership, public advocacy and education, with special training courses for women. Ties with government have been strengthened in order to continue to build and promote training programs.

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May 18, 2009
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