In Baire, Cuba, the situation continues to worsen: medicines are scarce and food is extremely expensive; without fuel, people can only get around by horse or bicycle. Electricity and internet access are available for just two to three hours a day, making it impossible to plan or carry out any ongoing activities. The risk of assaults and violence is also increasing, and the streets are no longer safe.
Despite these difficulties, the projects supported by ATF continue thanks to Don Carlo’s great determination. However, needs are growing: there are more and more single mothers, and recently two more children have joined, one of them a newborn.
ATF continues its commitment by:
• ensuring regular support, assisting 9 single mothers and their children, and covering the salaries of the sewing course teachers;
• recently sourcing materials that Don Carlo can bring to Cuba: we have already collected various sewing supplies that will be delivered in May (thread, buttons… as previously mentioned—thank you to everyone who contributed!), and we are also looking into obtaining fabrics. We will keep you updated.
In May, we will review the situation with Don Carlo regarding possible new projects and will keep you informed.