“A lot of the significant investment in our communities has come through the oil and gas industry. Local institutions have limited capacity, so the resources people actually see on the ground often come from companies operating here.”
“I started my business because I wanted to be my own boss. The training helped me understand my margins and properly value my work.”
“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.”
“Before, the water from the tap was muddy and could make us sick. Now, with the new system and filters, we can fill our bottles with safe drinking water.”
“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.”
“When I became our association’s representative, one of my goals was to create a centre like this where we could buy and store cacao. We have grown from the bottom up. Before, we did not have the volume or the infrastructure. Now we are exporting.”
“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.”
