Belki Pineda
Lori Connell
“Thank you, each of you, for helping and supporting Honduran women in making their dreams a reality and bringing hope to their homes; for lending them a helping hand to get out of the hopeless place, many find themselves stuck in.”
Belkis at work in her home-based business.
Meet Belki Pineda, a single mom with two children and a very talented young woman.
Belkis was part of the 2019 sewing course. She learned of Mi Esperanza through one of her neighbors, a former student. Her sewing skills were evident from the beginning. Her teacher, Reina, praises her ability and eagerness to learn. After graduation in 2020, before the COVID-19 shutdown, Belkis accepted a job at Mi Esperanza sewing maquila. Belkis became the lead artisan for our design partner, LizAlig.
In 2024, Belkis applied for and received a microloan to purchase a new machine, enabling her to start a home-based business. In October of 2024, Belkis opened her business full-time. Her business is thriving, and she is enjoying the freedom that comes with owning her own business.
BELKIS AT A GLANCE
Single
Children: 2
Community: Los Pinos
Mi Esperanza Course: Sewing program
"I came to Mi Esperanza with the dream of learning. I never knew I had the ability. With much practice, my skills are getting better", she said. "During this pandemic time, I have been able to provide for my kids by selling masks, caps, and custom-made clothing." Mi Esperanza has brought stability to Belkis' life.