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Wilguens POINT DU JOUR has joined Acceso Haiti as a Programs and Data Analyst, where he will be responsible for managing operational and impact data through the Farmforce platform, overseeing Extensio, and contributing to the development of program materials for both internal and external stakeholders. Wilguens holds a degree in statistics from CTPEA and a degree in economics from FDSE. Prior to joining Acceso, he worked as a finance officer, consultant, and data analyst at organizations such as ADOC, ASWATTS Agro-Industrial Company, and NAN BANBOU. In his free time, Wilguens enjoys music, TV series, reading, and technology. Welcome Wilguens! #weareacceso

Adriana Marquez has recently joined Acceso as Associate Director of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL), where she will lead the MEL team in overseeing data collection and analysis to improve program impact for smallholder farmers. She will drive a culture of evidence-based decision-making, using data-driven insights to optimize outcomes. Adriana holds a Master’s in Public Policy from Universidad Torcuato Di Tella and a Bachelor's in Economics from Universidad de los Andes. With more than 20 years of experience across the public and private sectors, she has developed expertise in monitoring, evaluation, and research. Her previous roles include leading research and impact initiatives at Building Markets and overseeing economic studies at Bogotá’s Secretariat of Economic Development. In her free time, Adriana enjoys scuba diving, traveling, spending time with friends, and exploring new restaurants. She is also an avid reader and founded a book club with friends. Welcome Adriana! #weareacceso

Anne Joelle Admettre has joined Acceso Haiti as Smallholder Farmers Credit Officer, where she'll be responsible for all Acceso programmatic operations linked to credit allocated to farmers, as well as providing oversight of activities, developing work plans, and reporting on delivery and progress. Anne Joelle holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and she has previously worked for Quala Haiti as a Purchasing Analyst. She is passionate about working with people and helping them to be a better version of themselves. Welcome Anne Joelle! #weareacceso

We're #hiring! Here's another new opportunity – please share with your network! More opportunities available on our LinkedIn jobs page and acceso.org/careers/ ¡Estamos contratando! Tenemos una nueva oportunidad - ¡comparta con su red! Más oportunidades en nuestra página de empleos en LinkedIn y acceso.org/careers/

We're #hiring! Here's another new opportunity – please share with your network! More opportunities available on our LinkedIn jobs page and acceso.org/careers/ ¡Estamos contratando! Tenemos una nueva oportunidad - ¡comparta con su red! Más oportunidades en nuestra página de empleos en LinkedIn y acceso.org/careers/

lina angulo has joined Acceso as a Grants Analyst, where she will support the financial administration, analysis, management, and monitoring of grant agreements in Colombia. She will also provide timely alerts to Project Management and the Grants Finance Department to aid in decision-making. Lina is a Public Accountant with 7 years of experience in financial and accounting roles. A key highlight of her career was her work with indigenous communities in the Colombian Amazon, where she helped strengthen administrative, financial, and accounting processes through collaborative efforts. She is motivated by the idea of developing data-driven strategies that not only optimize the use of resources but also enhance farmers' well-being. In her free time, Lina enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family. Welcome Lina! #weareacceso

We're #hiring! Here's another new opportunity – please share with your network! More opportunities available on our LinkedIn jobs page and acceso.org/careers/ ¡Estamos contratando! Tenemos una nueva oportunidad - ¡comparta con su red! Más oportunidades en nuestra página de empleos en LinkedIn y acceso.org/careers/

We are proud to announce that Salvador Mendoza, one of Acceso’s technicians in El Salvador, has been selected as a winner of the 2024 Field Officer Award for the Americas & the Caribbean, sponsored by the Whole Planet Foundation Whole Foods Market Foundation. Salvador’s commitment to supporting 270 farmers with credit and training, even under challenging conditions, has set a remarkable standard for others to emulate. His perseverance and trustworthiness have empowered rural producers to improve their livelihoods and strengthen their communities. Congratulations, Salvador, on this well-deserved recognition! And thanks to our longstanding partner, Whole Planet Foundation, for their continued support of Acceso’s work and recognition of the essential role that field officers (technicians) play in creating lasting impact. #partneringwithfarmers

Lovensky Eugene has joined the Acceso team in Haiti as a Programs and Data Analyst. In this role, he will manage operational and impact data using Farmforce, oversee the Extensio platform, and collect and analyze data to enhance program effectiveness and support strategic decision-making. Lovensky holds a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Sciences from Quisqueya University. He brings over two years of experience working in a research laboratory in Haiti, where he played a key role in a research program focused on roots and tubers, particularly in the genetic improvement of sweet potatoes. In his free time, Lovensky enjoys listening to music and dancing to Konpa. He is also a passionate chess player. Welcome Lovensky! #weareacceso

Recently, 70 women and 15 men graduated from the Community Training Farm (CTF) program in El Salvador, a partnership between Acceso, Food For The Poor , and USAID   Over several intensive weeks, participants were trained in: 🌱Good Agricultural Practices 🦠Integrated Management of Pests and Diseases 📈Cost Accounting and Administrative Records 🙋♀️🙋♂️Gender Equality 💎Economic Empowerment   This training prepared participants to become commercial farmers, farm workers, and subsistence farmers. 👩🌾🌱   After graduation, they will continue to receive support from Acceso, such as: 👩🌾 Technical field assistance 🌿 Agricultural inputs on credit 📦 Market Access   Congratulations to the graduates 🎓👏 and cheers to building a better future and more resilient rural communities in El Salvador! 🤝🤝🤝   Follow us for more updates!