Over the past ten years, the program has completed a variety of projects designed to promote greater understanding. Since the beginning of the sister city relatinship over 150 people have traveled from Humboldt County to Camoapa. Among those participating are doctors, carpenters, veterinarians, nurses, school teachers, business owners, students, musicians, dentists and elected officials.
All projects are done at the request of a group of Camoapans who represent a wide spectrum of social, political and economic views. All projects carried out in Camoapa are done working side by side with local residents.
Because of the crucial need for clean water, upcoming projects in Camoapa will focus on improving the water supply in areas immediately surrounding the town. In january a group of Humboldt County residents will be traveling to Camoapa to work with residents there to improve an existing well. The well will be dug out, lined, and cvered. It will then be fitted with a technologically appropriate "rope pump," manufactured in Nicaragua. This type of pump has the advantage of bring easily operated and easily repaired if necessary. Once the well is covered, a series of wash basins will be installed nearby, as well as showers for the use of residents who have no access to water in their homes.
The project will be carried out by Camoapans working with the brigade from Humboldt County. Arrangements will be made for participants to stay in the homes of Nicaraguan (by El Porvenir). Information visits to schools, businesses and health care facilities will be provided to give a well rounded perspective of our Sister City.
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