Former Abinger Capital managing director Sebastian Palazio possesses over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. Outside his work for the company, Sebastian Palazio supports educational initiatives, such as Empowerment International (EI), which focuses on breaking poverty cycles in Nicaragua through programs that include the Educational and Activity Study Center.
The Educational and Activity Center operates with the purpose of providing a safe, inviting place for academic study and support for children within the Nicaraguan community. Fully equipped with computers, reference books, Internet access, and other study essentials, the center offers children all the necessary resources to further their education and pursue academic success. Children can use the center for school research, computer skill improvement, and to socialize with friends and schoolmates. Furthermore, children receive the support and encouragement needed to stay in school.
In addition to its openly available resources, the center schedules regular tutoring sessions for children in first through fourth grades. Children who participate in the sessions receive access to a children’s library, read books in small groups, and work with older secondary-student volunteers. After the sessions, they are welcomed to stay at the center to play with educational toys and practice important social skills, such as sharing and conflict resolution.
The center’s strategic location on the outskirts of Villa Esperanza makes it easily accessible to all children within the community.
