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CHRISTIAN AID IS 80<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Christian Aid is 80 this year. It all started after World War II when people were coming to terms with losing loved ones or supporting those who were injured. The country was financially in a difficult position and rationing was still widespread. Even so, a group of people recognised the need of others, especially the millions around the world who were homeless and rootless. It was here that Christian Aid was born. In that first-year people raised \u00a326,000, equivalent to 1 million pounds in today\u2019s money.<\/p>\n

Since then, Christian Aid has responded to many emergencies, and their work has expanded. The organisation works with partner agencies in many countries who share their values and aims, and gives help to all people regardless of age, faith, gender, nationality or race. Staff and volunteers at home and abroad have Hope. \u201cWe believe in the unstoppable power of Hope and that with Hope Change is possible\u201d. Hope is central to this year\u2019s challenge, describing achievements, needs, and \u2018Hopes\u2019 of people in rural communities in Guatemala.<\/p>\n

In Central American Guatemala has the largest population of 17.6 million. It has an indigenous population of 43%. 55% live in poverty. 1 in 2 are malnourished. Human rights defenders are often criminalised.<\/p>\n

Within a small community in the Alta Verapaz area, in the Northern Central Area of Guatemala we find Aurelia living in a community suffering from drought and land exploitation. The water hole nearby has dried up and they have to walk 3 miles there and back twice a day. What crops they managed to grow failed in such dry conditions. Congcoop a partner with Christian Aid has undertaken work with residents in the locality. It is here Aurelia gained \u2018Hope\u2019. She undertook various training including, knowledge and skills in agriculture working against climate change, chocolate making, and pricing and marketing skills to enable her to sell her goods. She shared this knowledge within her community and together they also learnt of solar hydration and water collection.<\/p>\n

To raise money for similar projects during Christian Aid week (11th – 18th May.), we will be:<\/p>\n