Business Daily Guatemala's circular migration
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Jan 20, 2025 Discover how temporary work permits to the U.S. are transforming lives in Guatemala. Hear personal stories of farmers who find better earnings and opportunities abroad compared to subsistence farming. Delve into the challenges of the H-2A visa process and the risks of scams targeting workers. The podcast highlights the complexities of migration, the role of remittances in supporting local communities, and the impact of U.S. immigration policies on families. It's a tale of struggle, hope, and the intricate web of opportunities that migration can create.
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Sandra's Success
- Sandra Noemi Bucu Saz, a Guatemalan, worked in the US with an H-2A visa.
- She picked strawberries and earned enough to pay off most of her family's debt.
Ethical Recruitment
- Siete Global is an ethical recruitment company connecting Guatemalans with US agricultural jobs.
- They don't charge workers; US companies pay them, reducing worker exploitation.
Olga's Children
- Olga Romero's children went to the US illegally using coyotes, risking family land as collateral.
- They now send remittances back, vital to Guatemala's economy, but fear deportation under Trump.