We’re proud to celebrate a significant achievement of Fabián Herrera! A young member of Matavén has graduated with a Law degree from the Corporación Universitaria Republicana in Bogotá, Colombia. This accomplishment is a direct result of our “Transforming Lives” program, which provides financial support for higher education access to the indigenous youth of Matavén. Our support encompasses full tuition coverage and maintenance grants.
At REDD+ Matavén, we are dedicated to improving educational access, particularly given that, according to the Population Census conducted in 2018, only 0.59% of the Matavén population has achieved a professional career level and a mere 0.06% have obtained technological training. With this aim, we have launched initiatives like the “Transforming Lives” program, to offer financial support, tools, spaces, and optimal conditions that enable indigenous communities to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to actively manage and protect their natural resources