After the fall of the dictatorship of General Alfredo Stroessner in 1989, thousands of Paraguayans returned to a country ravaged by poverty. Although Paraguay is now democratic, its people are still struggling to establish a political and economic future. Many people have moved to the capital city of Asuncion seeking employment only to find themselves living in the Chacarita slum . The population of the slum has grown from 30,000 to 60,000 in just three years.
Families face daily trial to meet such basic needs a food, clothing and shelter.
Adequate medical care is almost nonexistent. After becoming aware of the harsh conditions, Sheri returned to Paraguay and established the PPP, which has initiated a child sponsorship program as well as other fund-raising campaigns.