Hello, friends and supporters! We are thrilled to share some fantastic updates from our ongoing mission in La Libertad, Colombia. Thanks to the dedication of our volunteers and the kindness of our supporters, 2025 has been a pivotal year for Amazon Pueblo, and we're excited for what's to come!
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| Working on the roof of the new outdoor picnic/community area |
Solar Power Expansion: A Bright FutureIn our efforts to support sustainable tourism and enhance the experience of our volunteers and guests, we have successfully expanded our solar power system. This year, we connected three 550-watt solar panels, dramatically increasing our capacity. Additionally, we made a significant upgrade by changing our system from 12 to 48 volts, allowing us to increase the size of our inverter. This upgrade means we can now supply continuous, 24-hour electricity—an essential feature for our guests and projects!
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| The newly upgraded solar power system |
To boost connectivity, we integrated Starlink into our operations, ensuring that our work, education, and emergency communication stay robust, even in the jungle. We are also proud to share that the community has stepped up and taken responsibility for covering the monthly Starlink bill of about $100. This collaboration is an excellent example of local empowerment and commitment.
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| Our internet router for the barrio |
Completing the Healthcare Center
Another exciting milestone this year was the completion of the healthcare center. We've made great strides in creating a welcoming and functional space. Our dedicated team has tiled the floors, plastered and painted the walls, and installed window screens to ensure comfort for all who visit. This healthcare center will be a vital resource for the community and will reflect our mission to enhance the quality of life in La Libertad.
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| Finishing the floor of the healthcare center |
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| At last, the healthcare center is painted and finished! |
Infrastructure Improvements
With the unwavering support of our volunteers, we've also undertaken repairs and expansions to our project's infrastructure. The repairs included replacing rotted wood in our buildings, expanding the kitchen, and installing a brand-new stove and oven. Plus, we've built a covered outdoor picnic area for guests, volunteers, and the villagers to relax and enjoy meals together. These improvements not only enhance our facilities but also foster the sense of community and connection we value.
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| Repairing the rot on the storage sheds |
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| Repairing and expanding the kitchen. We now have a dining area! |
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| The floor of the picnic/community area is a concrete slab |
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| A volunteer painting the fence of the picnic area |
Looking Ahead
As we celebrate these accomplishments, our work isn't stopping in La Libertad! We're excited to announce that we are expanding our efforts to the city of Leticia and the Peruvian village of Vista Alegre. Stay tuned for future blog posts where we'll dive deeper into these endeavors and share more news from this vibrant jungle region.
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| La Aljaba, the foundation we are partnering with in Letica |
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| Roberto, our main contact person in the village of Vista Alegre |
Thank you for your continued support. Together, we are making a difference, one step at a time!
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