1 The National Institute for Adult Education in Mexico (INEA) Plazas Comunitarias in the U.S. Sofía Mariana Reina Chief of the Department of Multilateral Relations

2 WHO ARE WE?

3 The National Institute for Adult Education (INEA) INEA is a public Institute of the Mexican Federal Government which provides free basic education (literacy, primary and secondary) to youth and adults. It’s educational program, the “Educational Model for Life and Work” (MEVyT), recognizes knowledge acquired throughout an adult’s life.

4 Testimonial: Sara EsperonSara Esperon

5 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

6 MEVyT’s Characteristics Modular. It’s structure is that of learning modules. Flexible and open. It respects times, rhythms and spaces. Pertinent. It adopts contents, methodologies and activities adequate for youth and adults. Maximizing. It rescues knowledge, personal and collective experiences to construct new learning and develop skills, attitudes and values. Diversified. It presents a wide range of elective themes for different sectors of the population. Updated. It is developed, reviewed and continuously improved.

7 MEVyT – Curricular Scheme

8 MEVyT – Conclusion of Levels Level Basic Modules Diversified Modules Literacy3- Primary72 Secondary84

9 ¿IS THERE POPULATION IN THE U.S. WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM THIS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM?

10 Comprehensive Perspective of Mexicans Abroad During 2013, the U.S. was the top country of destination for immigrants; México was the second country with most emigrants, 13.2 million, only overcome by India. By 2014, in the U.S. there were 11.5 million First Generation Mexicans and 24.3 million Second and Third Generation. This sums up to approximately 35.8 million Mexicans in the U.S. Source: Anuario de Migración y Remesas México Fundación BBVA Bancomer.

11 Demography of Mexican Immigrants in the US Age to 176.0% 18 to % 40 to % 60 or more12.3% Educational level2014 Less than 10 years46.0% From ten to twelve years37.8% Asocciate degree10.0% Professional and Postgraduate 6.2% 81.7% are in Productive Age Target Population INEA Source: Anuario de Migración y Remesas México During the year 2014 there were a total of 11.5 million first generation mexican inmigrants in the US of which:

12 Flow of Mexican Immigrants Returned by U.S. Authorities Source: Anuario de Migración y Remesas México 2015 based on CONAPO, STPS, UPM, SRE y EL COLEF, Encuesta sobre Migración en la Frontera Norte de México (EMIF NORTE), Educational Level2013 No education 2.2% Incomplete elementary 9.3% Complete elementary 19.7% Some degree of junior high school 46.2% Some degree of high school 19.9% Some degree of bachelor or more 2.8% 77.4%

13 HOW DO WE ADDRESS THIS ISSUE?

14 Plaza Comunitaria A meeting place for youth and adults who haven’t completed their basic education where they can learn and share experiences with others while they complete their basic education. Plazas Comunitarias seek to provide Mexican migrants with the fundamentals of basic education which will encourage their development, educational continuity and better life conditions.

15 Actors Involved National Institute for Adult Education; National Institute for Mexicans Abroad through the Consular Network; and Organizations such as: – school districts, mexican federations in the US, universities, community colleges, charitable foundations, libraries, religious organizations, correctional centers.

16 Positive Externalities In the U.S., Plazas offer a wide range of other educational services which promote educational continuity and expands educational opportunities for learners. Plazas in the US are much more than a learning space, they create a sense of integration within the Hispanic community: – Recognition and celebration of traditions and culture; – Exchange of experiences; and – Support and guidance. Basic education generates a sense of wellbeing, better self esteem, encourages lifelong education.

17 Overview of Plazas Comunitarias in U.S.

18 Overview of Plazas Comunitarias in U.S.

19 Overview of Plazas Comunitarias in U.S. California Total81 Los Ángeles17 Santa Ana11 San Bernardino9 Fresno9 Oxnard8 San Francisco8 San Diego7 Sacramento5 San Jose5 Calexico2 Beneficiaries in California represent 30% of the total.

20 HOW COULD YOU GET INVOLVED?

21 Opening a PC in the US 1. An organization is Interested in opening a Plaza. 2. The Consulate promotes, the opening of a Plaza Comunitaria. The organization has adequate infrastructure. First contact/ meeting. The Consulate will visit the space. Work Program (PT) is signed

22 SUCCESS STORIES

23 Success Stories

24 IMPACT Testimonial: María AmayaMaría Amaya

25 THANK YOU! Contact information