Thank you for checking out our site. On it you'll find information about who we are, what we'll be doing in the DR, and how you can help. We're both so excited to be doing God's work and we hope you will partner with our ministry. If you have any questions for us please let us know.
~Ryan and Caroline
MiBanco Esperanza from Los Higos
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
DR Facts
| Size | 18,657 square miles - The Dominican Republic is about the size of New Hampshire and Vermont combined. |
|---|---|
| Population | 8,833,634 (July 2004) |
| Pop. density | 470 people per square mile |
| Life expectancy | 67.6 years |
| Ethnic Groups | Mixed African and European descent 73%, European descent 16%, African descent 11% |
| Unemployment Rate | 16.5 % (2004 est.) |
| Average Annual Income | $USD 2130.00 |
| Distribution of Wealth | The poorest 50% of the population receives less than 20% of the GNP, while the richest 10% receive 40% of the national income. |
| Religion | Approximately 90% of the population consider themselves to be Roman Catholic. Many Dominicans practice a blend of Catholicism and witchcraft. |
| Minorities | Haitian (largest minority group in the D.R.) |
| Literacy | 84.7 % |
Where is Jarabacoa?
Jarabacoa is in the central part of the Dominican Republic. The closest major city is Santiago which is about 45 minutes north.
Where is the DR?
The Dominican Republic (DR) is a small country in Central America. It is part of the island of Hispaniola along with Haiti.
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