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 CEN recognizes that the stimulation of local economies is vital to empowering communities. We have enacted a number of "from the ground up" income-generating initiatives to provide income and sustainable, meaningful self-employment in communities with limited economic opportunities. CEN's programs foster development of basic skills, which can then be applied by community members to create infrastructure and improve systems such as education and healthcare. As these small enterprises grow and owners improve their business and management skills, they will also be able to employ other members of the community through their ventures. In this way, the community creates sustainable sources of income.
CEN's Role
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Many of the products developed through CEN initiatives are made from materials sustainably gathered from the forest through limited and selective harvesting. Two of our longest running community projects are the crafting of handmade jewelry and the products that use latex from the Amazonian rubber tree. The production and successful marketing of these products clears the path for future participants in CEN programs, showing them that it is possible to achieve economic independence and security through innovative craftsmanship. 
Generating additional income is a priority for residents of the communities where CEN works, and we strive to help them to do just that. CEN is working closely with each community on several products, and getting ready to launch the second phase of our cCLEAR program to help participants further develop marketing and entrepreneurial skills.