Horizons of Friendship's 40th Anniversary

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2013 marks the 40th Anniversary of Horizons of Friendship. The organization began as a small group of volunteers and has evolved into a respected Canadian organization.

Honduran Partner Concludes Canadian Tour

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In April, 2013 Teresa Lopez of Simiente Foundation of Honduras came to Canada to share her experiences in community development and discuss the role Canadians can play. 

"Big Hearts, Pure Hearts": Nicaragua Reflections

Nicaragua Reflections

Horizons of Friendship recently hosted an Educational Tour of our projects in Nicaragua. Hear from these Canadians as they visit and reflect on our projects and partners. 

Supporting Indigenous language across borders

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With support from Canadians through Horizons of Friendship, Guatemalan group publishes learning book in K’iche’ Indigenous language.

  

Our Projects

Strengthening Civil Society in Mesoamerica Through Learning and Action:

The current (2010-2015) project aims to increase and strengthen the effectiveness of citizen participation in the Mesoamerican region and Canada in the struggle to eradicate poverty and injustice. Our partners in the region develop projects to meet the needs of their communities.

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Partner Congratulates Horizons' 40th

 

Travel with us

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Connect with local people and learn about community development. This is a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and experience. The next trip is to El Salvador in February 2014.
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Call to Action!

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In March, the Federal Government announced it would merge the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) and the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT). A month later, it introduced new legislation (Bill C-60) that will mean big changes in the Canadian international development landscape. (From CCIC)