Meet Yuli Méndez de los Santos
Yuli Méndez de los Santos has lived in the El Palmar community for approximately seven years. Shelives with her two children, Yilianny Méndez and Alexander Reyes Méndez, who are currently in eighth and fourth grade. Her household is led by a devoted mother who works tirelessly to improve her family’s quality of life.
The family’s main source of income comes from the agricultural work of her children’s father, while Yuli is a homemaker. Each day she prepares her children for school and later supports agricultural work, actively contributing to the household economy.
Their current home is in poor condition. During rainy seasons, water leaks inside, and due to the proximity of a stream, the house floods, creating discomfort and insecurity. These conditions make daily life a constant challenge.
The family’s main source of income comes from the agricultural work of her children’s father, while Yuli is a homemaker. Each day she prepares her children for school and later supports agricultural work, actively contributing to the household economy.
Their current home is in poor condition. During rainy seasons, water leaks inside, and due to the proximity of a stream, the house floods, creating discomfort and insecurity. These conditions make daily life a constant challenge.
Euclides Montero
Euclides Montero Monthero is a university student, translator, and entrepreneur. He was born in Hondo Valle of the Elías Piñas province near the Haitian border on September 1, 1989.
He is the 4th of nine siblings and is now a husband and father himself, a proud dad of three sons. Euclides' hobbies and activities also include sports, farming, and producing coffee.
Starlin Montero
Starlin J. Montero B. is a Dominican translator and team leader from San Juan de la Maguana with over eight years of experience supporting nonprofit and community-based projects. He has worked with organizations such as Solid Rock International, Food For The Hungry, and Kids to Christ Ministry, leading teams and facilitating cross-cultural communication in both urban and rural settings.
Starlin is fluent in Spanish and English, with knowledge of French, and is known for his leadership, adaptability, and strong commitment to service.
About the Community
San Juan de la Maguana is located in the western region of the Dominican Republic and sits in a broad valley surrounded by mountain ranges. Known as the country’s agricultural heartland, approximately 85% of the province’s land is dedicated to farming, particularly beans, rice, and corn. The region’s fertile soil and open plains make it a vital contributor to the Dominican Republic’s food supply.
The climate is generally hot and sunny, with average daytime temperatures around 85°F (29°C). Due to its elevation and surrounding mountains, evenings tend to be cooler, especially after sunset. Rainfall is seasonal, resulting in lush, green landscapes during the rainy months and drier conditions at other times of the year.
San Juan is a predominantly rural province with limited infrastructure, simpler accommodations, and fewer commercial amenities. Visitors should be prepared for basic conditions, intermittent electricity, and limited internet access.
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