Education
Water Education
Once the community has clean water, it is important to teach them the basics of water education. Therefore, Aguayuda has created an educational manual consisting of the following essential topics:
- Water Cycle
- Water Situation in Community
- Clean Water
- Water and Illnesses
- Proper Hygiene Practices
- Solutions for Disposal of Wastewater
- Water Conservation
- Water Storage
- Cooking With Clean Water
What makes Aguayuda’s manuals unique is our use of two different kinds of manuals: one for teachers and the other for students. One manual is specifically geared for teachers and consists of lessons plans with exercises and games. The other manual is designed for students and consists of mostly pictures with minimal text. Many of the communities Aguayuda is involved with have a very low level of education and community members often cannot read or write. Therefore, Aguayuda created the manuals in a format that teaches the most integral concepts of the above-referenced topics in a way that is easy to comprehend on all education levels.
Water Education Teacher Manual
Water Education Student Manual
Water Education Teacher and Student Manual – Zip Files
Household Water and Sanitation Solutions
Since its founding in 2006, Aguayuda has discovered many appropriate household water and sanitation solutions. From our experience, we noticed that even if a household does not immediately have access to a community water solution, there are options for families who want to obtain clean water and safe sanitation. Admittedly, there exists a high number of water solutions, and it can be daunting to figure out, which is the best fit for a given family.
Therefore, Aguayuda uses this manual to educate the community on some of the most appropriate, sustainable and affordable solutions for households in rural communities. The households are then able to choose the best solution for their situation. It is important to note that this manual does not include all solutions. As Aguayuda encounters new technology, the manual will be updated accordingly.
Aguayuda is in the process of creating a manual that consists of the following water and sanitation solutions:
Household Water Filters:
- SkyBox™
- LifeStraw® Family Filter
- Lifestraw® Filter
- Biosand Filter
- Ceramic Filter
- Liversaver® – jerrycan
Other Household Water Solutions:
- Rain havesting
- SODIS
- Chlorine
- PUR
- Purikit
- Puriclar
Household Sanitation Solutions:
- Composting Latrine – Double Chamber
- Composting Latrine – Loveable Loo
- Biodigestor
- Constructed Wetland
Household Water and Sanitation Solutions Manual
Household Water and Sanitation Solutions – Archivos de Zip
Waste Management
With few waste collection programs or landfills to dispose of waste, waste management often becomes a major issue for rural communities. Additionally, the lack of education on proper disposal and recycling of trash increases the problem. This then leads to additional negative health and environmental consequences. Many communities become littered with waste, which renders the environment unhealthy and unsanitary for children, adults, and animals. Furthermore, the waste can contaminate surface water sources such as lakes, rivers, and underground aquifers.
To prevent unhealthy and contaminated environments and to protect the community water sources, Aguayuda has created an educational manual consisting of the following essential topics:
- Waste Types
- Importance of Waste Management
- Waste Situation in Your Community
- Waste Collection
- Recycling
- Composting
What makes Aguayuda’s manuals unique is our use of two different kinds of manuals: one for teachers and the other for students. One manual is specifically geared for teachers and consists of lessons plans with exercises and games. The other manual is designed for students and consists of mostly pictures with minimal text. Many of the communities Aguayuda is involved with have a very low level of education and community members often cannot read or write. Therefore, Aguayuda created the manuals in a format that teaches the most integral concepts of the above-referenced topics in a way that is easy to comprehend on all education levels.
Waste Management Teacher Manual
Waste Management Student Manual
Waste Management Teacher and Student Manual – Zip Files
HIV / AIDS Prevention
During Aguayuda’s first visit to poor communities in La Guajira, Colombia in 2006, we spoke to community members to learn more about their problems. Some problems that were mentioned numerous times were related to sexually transmitted diseases like HIV, unsafe sex, birth control and unwanted pregnancies.
Therefore, Aguayuda has created an educational manual consisting of the following essential topics:
- Definition of HIV and AIDS
- Myths of HIV and AIDS
- HIV/AIDS in the Community
- HIV Transmission
- HIV Prevention
- Contraceptives
- Young People, Sex and HIV Considerations
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases
What makes Aguayuda’s manuals unique is our use of two different kinds of manuals: one for teachers and the other for students. One manual is specifically geared for teachers and consists of lessons plans with exercises and games. The other manual is designed for students and consists of mostly pictures with minimal text. Many of the communities Aguayuda is involved with have a very low level of education and community members often cannot read or write. Therefore, Aguayuda created the manuals in a format that teaches the most integral concepts of the above-referenced topics in a way that is easy to comprehend on all education levels.
HIV / AIDS Prevention Teacher Manual
HIV / AIDS Prevention Student Manual
HIV / AIDS Prevention Teacher and Student Manual – Zip Files
Drug Abuse Prevention
In Aguayuda’s first visit to poor communities in La Guajira, Colombia in 2006, we spoke to community members to learn more about their problems. Some problems that were mentioned numerous times were related to alcoholism and drug abuse. Alcoholism and drug abuse affect all levels of society. However, the effects of drug use are even more damaging for poor families because of the limited income and health care services available.
Therefore, Aguayuda has created an educational manual consisting of the following essential topics:
- Types of Alcohol and Drugs
- Myths Associated with Alcohol and Drugs
- Alcohol and Drugs in Your Community
- Why People Abuse Alcohol and Drugs
- Warning Signs of Addiction
- Problems Caused by Alcohol and Drug Abuse
- Alcohol, Drugs and Pregnancy
- Prevention of Alcohol and Drug Abuse
- Dealing with Alcohol and Drug Abuse
What makes Aguayuda’s manuals unique is our use of two different kinds of manuals: one for teachers and the other for students. One manual is specifically geared for teachers and consists of lessons plans with exercises and games. The other manual is designed for students and consists of mostly pictures with minimal text. Many of the communities Aguayuda is involved with have a very low level of education and community members often cannot read or write. Therefore, Aguayuda created the manuals in a format that teaches the most integral concepts of the above-referenced topics in a way that is easy to comprehend on all education levels.
Drug Abuse Prevention Teacher Manual
Drug Abuse Prevention Student Manual
Drug Abuse Prevention Teacher and Student Manual – Zip Files
Small Business Development
Providing the tools and knowledge to fight economic hardship through education can benefit everyone in the community. The gained knowledge on business administration will empower communities to create their own jobs by providing ideas, information and tools necessary to start and operate successful businesses.
Therefore, Aguayuda is developing an educational manual consisting of the following essential topics:
- Conducting a Feasibility Study
- Organizing Your Business
- Start a Business
- Accounting
- Managing a Business
- Market a Business
What makes Aguayuda’s manuals unique is our use of two different kinds of manuals: one for teachers and the other for students. One manual is specifically geared for teachers and consists of lessons plans with exercises and games. The other manual is designed for students and consists of mostly pictures with minimal text. Many of the communities Aguayuda is involved with have a very low level of education and community members often cannot read or write. Therefore, Aguayuda created the manuals in a format that teaches the most integral concepts of the above-referenced topics in a way that is easy to comprehend on all education levels.
Small Business Development Teacher and Student Manual Available in 2014
Microfinance
As a supplement to the education provided for small business development, Aguayuda also works to educate communities about microfinancing. By learning about microfinance, communities gain the possibility of introducing community banking and of pursuing microcredit loans. Learning about these options gives these communities viable alternatives to high-interest commercial bank loans. As a result, this education promotes effective development.
Therefore, Aguayuda is developing an educational manual consisting of a guide on how to setup a community bank.
What makes Aguayuda’s manuals unique is our use of two different kinds of manuals: one for teachers and the other for students. One manual is specifically geared for teachers and consists of lessons plans with exercises and games. The other manual is designed for students and consists of mostly pictures with minimal text. Many of the communities Aguayuda is involved with have a very low level of education and community members often cannot read or write. Therefore, Aguayuda created the manuals in a format that teaches the most integral concepts of the above-referenced topics in a way that is easy to comprehend on all education levels.
Sustainable Agriculture
Once water is available the community has the potential to grow crops for food and to sell them at the market. The non-profit organization, Project Wet, and Aguayuda are partnering up to create a manual on sustainable agriculture with a focus on community gardens.
What makes Aguayuda’s manuals unique is our use of two different kinds of manuals: one for teachers and the other for students. One manual is specifically geared for teachers and consists of lessons plans with exercises and games. The other manual is designed for students and consists of mostly pictures with minimal text. Many of the communities Aguayuda is involved with have a very low level of education and community members often cannot read or write. Therefore, Aguayuda created the manuals in a format that teaches the most integral concepts of the above-referenced topics in a way that is easy to comprehend on all education levels.
Sustainable Agriculture Teacher and Student Manual Available in 2014
