A loan helped to buy nursing equipment in order to provide better service in her care for others, and increase her income.


Lopez Cuasaluzan Silvia Yamilex's story

Silvia is 26 years old. She is single and lives in the city of Ibarra. It is known for its financial and commercial activity, and its tourism. It is located in northern Ecuador.

Silvia is a very hardworking young woman, who is always thinking about how to improve the financial situation of her home. For three years she has worked as a nurse's assistant to provide and promote health to people. This allows her to increase her income to buy nursing equipment. In the future she wants to implement health services with more advanced equipment.

Silvia is applying for a loan of $2500 to buy nursing equipment, such as pulse oximeters, blood pressure monitors, stethoscopes, uniforms, and sensory organ kits, all of which aim to achieve a better profit margin. Silvia is very grateful for the help and confidence Kiva is providing her.

Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Laurie Hiller.


This loan is special because:

It supports vulnerable women start and grow their own businesses.



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