Thanks to every contributor who made this story possible. This achievement belongs to all of us.

At Puente de Amistad, we are proud to announce that we have been recognized by Great Place To Work® as one of the Best Places to Work® for Women 2025 , placing us in the Top 5 of the Central America and Caribbean Ranking . We are also honored to be the only organization from Guatemala among the 10 companies selected in this prestigious regional ranking .

This recognition is made possible by the effort, passion, and commitment of each and every employee, who contribute daily to writing this story of transformation and collective success. It reflects the commitment we have built together to promote gender equality, strengthen women's leadership, and cultivate an inclusive, respectful, and empowering work environment .

Great Place To Work® conducts this study based on its certified organizations in LATAM, analyzing surveys of more than 1 million employees in the region and evaluating the key factors that distinguish a Great Place To Work® For All™ .

“We firmly believe that when women thrive, the entire community thrives. This distinction is a testament to our collective team effort, reaffirming our organizational values ​​that inspire us to continue building a safe, fair, and opportunity-filled space for everyone ,” said Nohelia Guarchaj of Puente de Amistad .

See the full list on the official Great Place To Work® Caribbean and Central America website:
https://greatplacetoworkcarca.com/es/lista-los-mejores-lugares-para-trabajar-para-mujeres-2025

About Friendship Bridge

Puente de Amistad is a non-profit organization that empowers Guatemalan women living in poverty through microfinance, education, and healthcare, enabling them to create a better future for themselves, their children, and their communities. Puente de Amistad works primarily with indigenous populations in rural areas, where the poverty rate in Guatemala is highest. While illiteracy and poverty rates are alarming in these regions, the women we work with are determined to create change.

Our Microcredit Plus program combines small loans (the average loan size for new clients is $325). Our experience has shown us that more than just credit is needed to eliminate poverty; that's why it's simply the means to reach each of them and provide comprehensive support through the knowledge gained in monthly non-formal education sessions, specialized training, and medical and technical assistance. Our beneficiaries start, expand, or diversify their businesses and improve their quality of life .

https://www.friendshipbridge.org/