### Government Program Provides $1,600 Monthly Support to Children of Working Mothers in Baja California
**Published on September 24, 2024**
The Mexican government’s “Bienestar de Niñas y Niños Hijos de Madres Trabajadoras” program is part of the broader “Programas para el Bienestar” initiative. The primary objective is to provide financial aid to vulnerable children, adolescents, and young adults who temporarily or partially lack one or both parents.
### Who is Eligible?
The program offers monthly financial assistance to parents and guardians meeting specific criteria. Key points include:
1. **Eligibility Requirements:**
– The beneficiary must be a child under the age of 4.
– The parent or guardian must be employed, seeking employment, or studying and must not have access to childcare services.
2. **Required Documentation:**
– Birth certificate (original and copy) of the child and parents/guardian.
– CURP (original and copy) of the child and parents/guardian.
– Valid official ID (original and copy) of the child and parents/guardian.
– Proof of address (utility bills or residence certificate) in original and copy.
– Declaration of employment, job seeking, or educational status. If studying, an official student certificate must be provided.
– No-affiliation letters to IMSS and ISSSTE (can be downloaded online), applicable only to parents, not guardians.
– For children with disabilities, a medical certificate issued by a public health facility or specialist is required.
3. **Additional Information:**
– In cases of maternal orphans, the support extends to age 23.
– Up to three beneficiaries are allowed per household.
### Support Details
Beneficiaries receive the following support:
– Children up to 4 years: 1,600 pesos bi-monthly.
– Children with disabilities up to 6 years: 3,600 pesos bi-monthly.
### Application Procedure
Interested participants must fill out an application form available at local Bienestar offices. Representatives will visit homes to conduct the necessary assessments.
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### Support for Families in Energy Costs
In a related news piece, financial support is also available for families struggling with utility bills in Baja California. The “Bienestar” program offers up to 1,400 pesos to help cover electricity costs. This initiative is part of an ongoing effort to reduce the financial burden on low-income households in the region.
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### Support for Entrepreneurs and Youth
Apart from these programs, the government also provides several other benefits under the “Programas para el Bienestar” initiative, aimed at different vulnerable groups. These include:
– **Tandas para el Bienestar:** Small business loans for entrepreneurs.
– **Jóvenes Construyendo el Futuro 2024:** Financial support of up to 7,000 pesos for young people seeking job training.
### Local and International News Highlights
#### Decrease in Job Vacancies Linked to U.S. Elections
There has been a notable decrease in job vacancies in the local industry, believed to be associated with upcoming elections in the U.S. Despite this, salaries in certain manufacturing sectors have seen an increase, averaging 391.50 pesos per day.
#### Labor Movements and Economic Updates
Recently, employees of a major judicial institution staged a protest, causing significant traffic disruptions. Meanwhile, ICON Tijuana, facing financial difficulties, is under scrutiny for attempting to avoid compensating workers as it declares bankruptcy in the U.S.
#### Sports and Logistics Developments
– **International Taekwondo Tournament:** An international taekwondo event featuring participants from the U.S., Costa Rica, and Mexico is set to take place in Tijuana.
– **Border Crossing Improvements:** Efforts to streamline border crossings between San Ysidro and Tijuana have been implemented, reducing wait times and improving logistical operations.
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