Children in Guatemala are silently struggling with the emotional scars of trauma, neglect and violence. Many battle depression, anxiety and thoughts of self-harm.

This mental health crisis traps nearly half of Guatemalan children in a cycle of feeling unloved and worthless. It prevents them from thriving at school and at home.

Tragically, these students don’t have access to the psychological support they need.

Teachers face emotional burnout as they try to support students who need more help than they are capable of giving. Parents lack the tools to guide their children through these struggles.

The emotional toll on students, teachers and families is overwhelming.

We need your support to help heal Guatemalan children and youth.                

Three schools, supported by ChildCare International, are prioritizing the mental health of their students. They have some of the toughest mental health cases among children in their region. 

In response, they are creating safe spaces where children not only receive an education but also emotional and spiritual support.

Help change a life

Your support will give students access to school psychologists, help train teachers and provide resources for parents.

These mental health programs will provide:

• Individual counseling for students to help them process their emotions and work through trauma.
• Teacher training to help educators better understand and respond to the emotional needs of their students.
• Workshops for parents to equip them with the tools to support their children’s emotional health at home.
• Self-care workshops for teachers to help them manage their stress and maintain a healthy balance while supporting their students.

All of these programs will be guided by a Christian worldview that emphasizes love, compassion and community.

This $30,000 project aims to break the cycle of pain and give children and youth the future they deserve.

Your investment will give children the chance to heal, grow and succeed.