“No project can be successful if it comes from the top down. You have to start by understanding the local potential and supporting what already exists. That’s how long-term success is achieved in the community. And GTE, in its short time here, has already achieved more than others.”
“I never imagined that I would one day present a piece in a fashion show—and even more importantly, get paid for it! This program has been an awakening for us, and we’re ready to continue building on everything we’ve learned.”
“Key Partners helps us improve our company’s policies, operations, and employees’ professional qualifications. We are very grateful for the role the Company has played in strengthening our business and the broader community.”
“Before the [Biogas] project, some of these homes were abandoned due to contamination. Wastewater seeped into water wells, vermin overran the area, and the air was unbearable. Now, the water is clean, the smells are gone, and families have returned.”
“I don’t know how to read or write, but I know business, numbers and shoes. Emprender+ taught me how to better organize and analyse my business. I hope that someday I can help other entrepreneurs open their own businesses.”
“Our work to guarantee Human Rights is life-saving work. Many social leaders, including ourselves, face threats, and GTE’s support of Human Rights work within the territories is highly impactful. It’s clear the Company is interested in supporting regional stability and facilitating better relationships.”
“Emprender+ made me decide to start my own business and gave me what I needed to start farming my first hectare of rice. We thank GTE for staying present and doing important things with the community.”
“The training we received has given us what we need to begin to plant, maintain and harvest our cacao more productively. It’s early in the process, but I’m already implementing the new techniques and I’m confident they will be beneficial.”
