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Consistent with the goals of the U.S. Strategy for Central America, and in broad alignment with the Northern Triangle Countries’ Alliance for Prosperity Plan, USAID programs in Guatemala seek to address the drivers of irregular migration to the United States, including high levels of violence and insecurity, pervasive poverty, and chronic malnutrition.
USAID works with the Government of Guatemala to battle corruption, improve public service delivery, and increase civic participation.
High levels of crime, violence, corruption, and impunity are driving illegal migration to the United States. USAID is countering migration by helping Guatemalans make their country more secure and just.
USAID works with the people of Guatemala to improve health and education outcomes and create new opportunities for investment, job growth, and expanded markets.
This strategy complements USAID’s portfolio of activities which work to increase self-reliance of indigenous people through inclusion in Guatemala’s social, economic, and political systems.
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Last updated: April 06, 2022
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