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Guatemala, a culturally rich but unequal country, struggles with a weakened healthcare system that disproportionately affects the most vulnerable. Especially in rural communities, many Guatemalans lack access...
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Guatemala was not an unknown choice for me. I had already gotten to know the country and its fascinating culture in 2018. I was immediately captivated by nature with its majestic volcanoes, lush green...
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We are excited to announce the release of the 2023 Annual Report, showcasing the transformative work and advancements made throughout the year. The report highlights our efforts to implement the strategic...
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At Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos (NPH) in the Dominican Republic, every year the psychology department, which is part of the Health and Wellness program, carries out various activities such as self-esteem...
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NPH is a UN associated Civil Society Organization (CSO) organization, linking arms with a great number of other organizations to create a better world. Each of the 9 NPH countries in Latin America and Haiti do...
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My name is Cristina Elescano Sandoval. I am a psychologist and have been working at NPH Peru for over two years. I am responsible for supporting children, focusing on their mental and emotional health from an...
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At just 17 months old, following instructions from the Directorate of Childhood, Adolescence, and Family (formerly DINAF and now SENAF), he joined our family along with his cousins. This decision was made...
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Darlyn Guadalupe Irungaray Ajpop, born on November 9, 2012, lives in a small community near NPH Guatemala. Her life changed when she was given the opportunity to attend the NPH Guatemala Educational Center on...
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Somewhere along the way we became interested in taking a more active role in supporting NPH by becoming in-country volunteers. We wanted to become more fully a part of this program. The timing seemed right...
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The Unseen Struggle Gabriel was a young boy who had faced immense challenges in his short life. Born in Santa Cruz – Obispo Santistevan – Montero, he had taken on the responsibility of caring for his three...
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The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being”. This principle emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach that encompasses not only...
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In a land up in the mountains of Guatemala, where trees are abundant, the diversity of plants is rich, and between some of the highest volcanoes in the area, there is a small village called Parramos, labeled...
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In the face of escalating unrest in Port-au-Prince, the NPH premises at St. Anne’s in Tabarre have become a refuge for those displaced by the city’s turmoil. With homelessness on the rise, families...
0The beautiful nation of Haiti is currently navigating a period of heightened tension as a result of escalating gang violence. As an organization dedicated to caring for vulnerable children and supporting...
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Reinhart Koehler, who has provided steadfast leadership as President of the NPHHI Board, will be stepping down from his role. We want to express our deepest gratitude for Reinhart’s outstanding...
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As the festive season of Christmas approaches, my heart is filled with fond memories of the beautiful traditions that defined the holiday season during my time at NPH Mexico. Christmas at NPH was not merely a...
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This year, we commemorate the 100th birthday of Father William Wasson, the compassionate founder of Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos. Join us in honoring a remarkable life dedicated to eradicating childhood poverty...
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“You are no longer a poor orphan without a family, with nowhere to live or eat. You have things that the poor little ones don’t have. (Father William B. Wasson – Founder of NPH) In 2012, my dad...
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In 2008, Anita François was stunned to learn that she was HIV-positive just as she was about to give birth to her third child. She was traumatized by the news, and told a younger sister who couldn’t keep...
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Some fifteen employees of Hôpital Saint-Damien came to the aid of patients through a blood drive organized on May 31 at the hospital’s conference room. This initiative was organized by the...
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We regret to inform you that there have been heavy rains that have impacted the Haitian population. On 3 June, the departments of Ouest, Nippes, Sud-Est, Nord-Ouest and Plateau Central in Haiti woke up to...
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San Ignacio del Sara, Bolivia – NPH Bolivia works to prevent, detect, and treat illnesses promptly in the children and youth who benefit from its various programs. During the last decade, significant measures...
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Guatemala is a culturally rich country. It has 24 ethnic groups who maintain their ancestor’s traditions. A country abundant in biodiversity, nature, and fertile land, it nevertheless faces several...
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León, Nicaragua: Land of lakes and volcanoes, home to brave and talented individuals. Among them is an exceptional young woman, Ms. León, also known as Esther Ruiz, who is currently participating in a...
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NPH Peru continues to work with the firm commitment to provide spaces where girls feel safe, trust in the unrestricted respect of their rights and feel empowered to achieve their goals. Access to a more...
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Encinitas, CA – Former Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos (NPH) volunteer Matthew Callans has published the first-ever biography of the late Wilmer Arias, an inspiring young man from the NPH home in Guatemala. Since...
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Poverty in El Salvador is a primary cause of many problems affecting many Salvadoran families, such as malnutrition, illiteracy, and school dropout. Research indicates that a root cause of poverty is the lack...
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We are pleased to announce that Marlon Velásquez as the new NPH Honduras National Director. He will succeed Stephen O’Mahony, who will be returning to Ireland in December. At the same time, we are also pleased...
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San Pedro de Macorís – Dominican Republic – MSC Cruises and Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos have joined forces to create exciting work opportunities for 12 young adults from NPH Dominican Republic and 1 from...
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Christmas in Guatemala is such a special time of the year filled with delicious food, traditional Christmas songs and different holidays and customs. The Christmas holidays in Guatemala usually kick off with...
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Members of the Psychology Program at Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos’ homes across Latin America came to Guatemala to hold their ninth meeting. As part of the meeting’s topic of ”Integration of Trauma and...
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Christmas is here! And along with it comes the perfect moment to express our love and gratitude. Throughout 2022, we’ve managed to create an impact on the lives of many children, as well as their...
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Meet Louise. She enters the workshop wearing giant safety gloves and facemask, but behind the glass visor is a smile of conviction and a mind ready to work. “I love this type of work,” says the 16-year-old, “I...
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Dear the NPH Family, It is with profound sadness that I share with you the news of Michael Maccoby’s passing on the morning of November 5th, a day after the third anniversary of the passing of his...
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Dear NPH Family, It is with regret that I share with you the news that Stephen O’Mahony, National Director of NPH Honduras, will be leaving the organization, for family reasons. His last day of work will be...
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En el mes de junio celebramos 23 años, siguiendo un legado de amor y servicio al prójimo, transformando futuros y llevando esperanza a quienes más lo necesitan. Ha sido un año de muchas actividades y...
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The education system in Peru still has many challenges to resolve in order to close the educational gap throughout the country and vindicate the right to education with equal opportunities. One of the biggest...
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I was 10 years old when my family came to NPH. You see, I am 1 of 6 children. I have 3 brothers, Orlando, Roberto, Eduardo, and my 2 sisters, Argentina and Esperanza who died a few months ago in a traffic...
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Despite NPH’s commitment to positive change, 2021 brought no shortage of obstacles . Beset by a devastating global pandemic, evolving trends in donations , and a natural disaster, the organization fought to...
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I sit before a blank screen and will and woo words, hoping they will suddenly form and leap out onto my fingers. Not much leaping going on am afraid! Feels more like they are being dragged out begrudgingly,...
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All children who come to our home Casa San Andrés have their individual story to tell. They come from difficult backgrounds with social instabilities, abuse and neglect of their universal child rights in their...
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Food insecurity impacts 3.3 million Hondurans, including many minors, according to the World Food Program. Hunger has grown here in recent years due to many reasons, including natural disasters, health crises,...
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With joy, I share with all of you the joy of celebrating 28 years of serving and sharing the love of family (Father Wasson’s essential legacy) with the NPH Nicaragua’ community. On our anniversary, we...
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NPH Honduras joins global efforts that support and empower youths to reach their full potential and become leaders who are agents of social change. According to the Country Gender Profile on Honduras prepared...
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