Mexico

Mexico is a land of contrasts, marked by stark social and economic inequalities. Despite progress in combating poverty, the 2024 OECD Economic Survey reports that 36% of the population still lives in poverty, with 7% in extreme poverty. Income levels are closely tied to origin and ethnicity, reflecting broader disparities in access to healthcare and education, particularly in rural and urban areas.

Mexico City has made strides in HIV prevention, achieving lower incidence and prevalence rates than global averages. However, the HIV incidence rate in the city has remained stagnant over the past decade, necessitating further measures to reduce new cases and manage HIV/AIDS health outcomes.

Additionally, Mexico is prone to natural disasters, particularly earthquakes. This was starkly evidenced by three major earthquakes in September 2017, which heavily impacted Mexico City and its surroundings.

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Our work in Mexico

For 70 years, the Order of Malta Mexico (OMM) has been dedicated to charitable work, actively serving Mexico City and five other states in the fields of health, nutrition, social work, emergency aid, and disaster preparedness. OMM operates with the support of a dedicated team of full-time employees and approximately 1,500 volunteers. Since 2007, Malteser International has been a steadfast supporter of OMM’s activities.

Our projects in Mexico

Protecting newborns and infants from HIV/AIDS

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As a sponsoring partner, your regular donation gives real, life-changing help to people in need in our project regions. Your commitment helps us plan ahead and bring about long-lasting impact.