$ 19 Million from WB to Nicaragua

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The $ 19.5 million loan is for implementing the Family and Community Welfare Care Model, sponsored by the Ministry of Family, Youth and Children, (Mifano).

The Social Welfare Project is aimed at families living in extreme poverty with one or more children under 13 years of age, giving priority to children who are working and/or outside the school system.

Source: World Bank

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