what we do
Soy niña, soy importante (SNSI), or "I'm a Girl, I'm Important", is a summer day-camp organized by Fundación Tropicalia that supports the healthy development of Dominican girls and gender equality. The camp provides a safe, nurturing environment for girls 9-12 years old from Miches, a vulnerable community nestled in northeast Dominican Republic.
With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have restructured this year’s camp in order to accommodate the realities of social distancing. From the months of August to December 2020, we will be delivering
SNSI in a Box directly to our girls’ doorsteps and give them the support they need to overcome the challenges presented by extended periods of confinement and isolation. Each box explores a specific topic that’s especially relevant to our girls’ lives during these times, like how to improve their biosafety, define their long term goals, and understand their rights and options for reporting abuse or violence.
Click here to learn more about SNSI in a Box.
