Concern America

Field program: Concern America trains local populations in health, education, environmental health (appropriate technology) and income generation. The emphasis is on the transference of skills to the local people and thus the creation of opportunity - seen as more of a permanent solution rather than just the placement of resources into impoverished regions. Concern America's field personnel live in the communities where they work, serving for at least two years for a minimal stipend. The countries in which Concern America currently works are mexico, guatemala and colombia.

Education program: in the united states, Concern America's education program infuses a global perspective into justice education with individuals, community groups, local churches and schools.

Craft program: in the united states, Concern America sells crafts made in cooperatives where the organization works in its field program. These products are marketed using the values of fair trade. The craft program serves several functions. It provides direct assistance to families in such ways as dependable markets and fair prices which reinforce self reliance and initiative. Since many producers have difficulty obtaining employment, handcraft production can be done at home, allowing mothers to earn a living while caring for their children. In addition if artisans can earn a decent living from handcraft production, traditional artforms are honored and preserved.