Gilma Maribel Vasquez Cubias

42 years old / Homeowner

Gilma works from home, looking after the well-being of her household. She will live in the new house with her husband and their two children (only one was at home at the time of the interview).

Mauricio Wilfredo Palacios

44 years old / Farmer / Gilma’s husband

Mauricio is a day laborer who works in the fields to provide for his family.

Douglas David Montano Vásquez

6 years old / Student / Gilma’s son

Douglas is starting school in Kindergarten 6. He is passionate about playing with other children.


Gilma and Mauricio have been together for two months. Their current house was built two years ago and is made of stone, mud, and bahareque.