Bachelor degrees and jobs for at-risk Uruguayans

Growing Together: our ANIMA journey 

Learning at ÁNIMA goes beyond the classroom. In 2024, students took on quality apprenticeship, gaining real-world experience alongside their studies. And none of this would be possible without the 122 Training Companies that have opened their doors and shared their knowledge with them.

In 2024, 158 students joined our Baccalaureate program, and 94 became part of FINEST. Since 2016, we’ve had the privilege of working with more than 600 young people.

Every student’s journey is unique, but as a whole, their achievements speak for themselves:

• 96% successfully completed the academic year.
• 70% stepped into the formal labor market.
• 49% of apprentices found their place in Training Companies.
• 70% are continuing their education.

This year was particularly special for FINEST, as the first-ever cohort completed their journey. Their results tell a powerful story of growth and opportunity:

• 73% successfully moved forward.
• 69% graduated.
• 57% found jobs in the formal labor market.
• 76% are working and/or doing formative internships.

At ÁNIMA, we believe that real learning happens when there is well-being, a sense of purpose, and a strong community. That’s why we don’t just focus on what we teach, but also on how we work together. Our culture is one of continuous learning, where innovation keeps us moving forward, and values like mutual respect and collaboration create a space where everyone is supported—and can support others when needed.

ÁNIMA is movement. It’s the energy that comes from opening up to the world, growing alongside the business sector, and constantly reimagining what’s possible. Professionalism, a systemic perspective, and respect for each person we meet are the foundations that make this journey meaningful.

And this is just the beginning :)

Another year finishes, leading to a new beginning.

In the blink of an eye, we are already in December. A few days ago, we bid farewell to the 7th generation of students who relied on us to enhance their educational journey.

Any words we can find to express our gratitude to them and their families are an understatement. 

They entrusted us with their hopes and dreams and embarked on this journey with us. Over the last three years, we have learned a great deal together.

We are currently in the middle of our recruitment campaign for the new generation of our FINEST program. We are also thrilled to have hosted our Open House activity, where students showcased the projects they worked on throughout the year. This special event culminated with a memorable graduation ceremony.

Over 90% of these kids are the first in their families to reach this level of education. The pride on their faces is unmistakable, and the emotion in the room from their families is palpable. All of this was possible only because of donors like you  who not only trust our teams but, more importantly, believe in the resilience and aspirations of these students to carve their unique life paths.

Today we want to say THANK YOU  for your continuous support.

Stay connected with us on social media, and we invite you to become our ambassador by sharing our work with your friends and family. Together, let's continue cre