A Place to Teach, in Sancti Spiritus, Cuba

Background

Primary and secondary education in Cuba was once of high quality. At the moment, due to lack of resources, a significant number of teachers prefer to earn a living in other activities; salaries are derisory, and adolescents, especially those in lower secondary school, are difficult to deal with. 

Activities




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Date of Record Entry: 2022/09/08
Date of Record Last Modified: 2022/09/08

Care for the elderly and adults with special needs in Sancti Spiritus, Cuba

Background

The average pension in Cuba is low and cannot meet the daily health needs of the elderly. Young Cubans migrate leaving their relatives alone without support. 

Activities

The Religious of the Sacred Heart, within their social pastoral in the city of Sancti Spiritus, welcome elderly alone in need. RSCJ take care of: 




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Date of Record Entry: 2022/09/08
Date of Record Last Modified: 2022/09/08

Faces of Hope; Cultural Centre of Cantera (Caras de la Esperanza; Centro Cultural Cantera)

Background

Cantera is a San Juan neighborhood where poverty and social malaise prevail.

Objective

To strengthen children's values and strengthen family union as a key factor in the formation of the individual's character and values.

Activities




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Date of Record Entry: 2019/05/09
Date of Record Last Modified: 2022/09/12