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What primary source of income do people in El Rejón, Guatemala rely on?
What primary source of income do people in El Rejón, Guatemala rely on?
What advantage does the H-2A visa provide to workers like Arnoldo Chile?
What advantage does the H-2A visa provide to workers like Arnoldo Chile?
How much did Arnoldo Chile earn per hour while working in the US?
How much did Arnoldo Chile earn per hour while working in the US?
What has contributed to the reduction in migration across the US-Mexico border in the early months of 2024?
What has contributed to the reduction in migration across the US-Mexico border in the early months of 2024?
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What type of crops did Arnoldo Chile initially harvest while in the US?
What type of crops did Arnoldo Chile initially harvest while in the US?
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What is one primary reason Guatemalans migrate to the US?
What is one primary reason Guatemalans migrate to the US?
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How do remittances affect families in Guatemala?
How do remittances affect families in Guatemala?
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What impact does circular migration have on education and healthcare access?
What impact does circular migration have on education and healthcare access?
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What shifts in gender roles have been observed with regular migration?
What shifts in gender roles have been observed with regular migration?
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What is a consequence of climate issues in Guatemala?
What is a consequence of climate issues in Guatemala?
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Study Notes
Guatemalan Circular Migration Program
- The Cuarto Pinos agricultural co-operative and the Juan Francisco García Foundation offer a circular migration program allowing Guatemalans to work legally in agriculture in the US for several months each year.
- The program uses H-2A visas, which allow workers to earn significantly more (up to $3,500 a month) than they would in Guatemala (about $450 a month).
- Participants in the program have used their earnings to purchase land, improve housing, and start businesses, contributing to economic development and reducing poverty in their communities.
Impact on Communities
- The circular migration program has contributed to improvements in housing, education, and nutrition for the families of migrants.
- It has also led to a shift in gender roles, with women becoming more empowered through increased economic participation.
Benefits of Circular Migration
- Offers a legal and safer alternative to irregular migration, which carries significant risks, such as exploitation by smugglers and danger at the border.
- Provides a stable source of income for migrants, allowing them to support their families and improve their living conditions.
- Contributes to economic development in Guatemala by providing jobs and investment opportunities.
Challenges and Future Considerations
- The process to obtain a temporary work visa in the US is complex and can take up to 120 days.
- There is a need to address the challenges of irregular migration, which continues despite the growth of circular migration programs.
- The success of circular migration programs depends on the government's commitment to providing support services and resources to migrants and their communities.
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Explore the Guatemalan Circular Migration Program that allows workers to legally engage in agricultural work in the US. This quiz discusses the economic benefits for participants, community improvements, and the empowerment of women through this initiative. Test your knowledge on how this program shapes lives and communities.
