BeFriend El Negrito

BeFriend sparks empowerment in the El Negrito community through the local church.

What is life like in El Negrito? Life in El Negrito is peaceful - most people there work in agriculture and livestock. These are the main sources of food for the population, which numbers at approximately 53,000. The people of El Negrito are simple, cheerful, and very kind. However, many are unfamiliar with the Gospel of Christ. There is a lot of confusion regarding true biblical doctrine.

What challenges does El Negrito face? Two of the main challenges facing the El Negrito community are the economy and education. In the entire city, there is only one school serving grades 10-12, and there are no universities. The majority of the population has only completed the 6th grade. This impacts the quality of life and competitiveness in the productive