With the help of Otra Cosa Network, this resident of Cerrito de la Virgen was able to attend sewing classes in 2017 in the next city over. She had the total support of her family, and everyone pitched in to help while she was away at classes. She learned everything she could about sewing and was able to borrow a machine to keep in her home. She now has a successful sewing business that reaches into Peru's third-largest city, with a variety of clients.
Business has been booming for this resident of Cerrito de la Virgen, who designs & makes clothing for several clients. She has dreams of growing her business and making clothing affordable for all. Two of her younger children have taken an interest in the business and hope to join her when they're old enough.
With assistance from Otra Cosa Network, this resident of Cerrito de la Virgen learned how to sew and start her own sewing business. Her attitude, initiative, and contributions earned her this award from the mayor of Trujillo (she actually has two). It reads, "for outstanding participation and contribution in the economic development of the province."