The challenges Central America faces are huge: half of the population is living below the poverty line. The murder rate is higher than anywhere else in the world. The inequality between men and women is another cause for concern. The government does little to counter this discrimination – which also affects young people and indigenous communities. Toghether with its institutional financiers, Trias focuses on strengthening entrepreneurship and promoting the active participation of women and young people in strong organisations. We follow up closely the core capacities of all partners.