Honduras

Swisscontact has been working in Honduras since 1996, focusing on sustainable agriculture, market-based value chains, technical vocational training linked to labour markets and entrepreneurship, local economic development and tourism. Over the years, Swisscontact has become a facilitator between actors of the private, public and civil society sectors, with the aim of joining forces to achieve sustainable, inclusive, economic, social and environmental development in Honduras. Swisscontact has expanded its areas of intervention to high-impact issues such as the creation of opportunities in the labour market and entrepreneurship for young people in Honduras, and the facilitation and promotion of international trade of a sustainable and inclusive exportable supply. In order to contribute to sustainable and widespread prosperity, Swisscontact continues to create opportunities in Honduras through the implementation of development projects.
honduras

facts and figures

  • Area: 112,492 km²
  • Population: 9,580,000
  • Capital: Tegucigalpa M.D.C.

Swisscontact in Honduras

  • since 1996

Projects

Honduras
Growth entrepreneurship
Specialised technical support for small and medium-sized enterprises
Senior Expert Contact (SEC) in Honduras is a programme that connects Honduran small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the desire to grow with high-level experts who, through voluntary assignments, provide specialised technical advice to SMEs in developing countries to overcome structural business obstacles.
2023 - 2026
Honduras
Sustainable agriculture
Empowering coffee producers through training in human rights
Swisscontact joins Nestlé’s initiative “Plan Nescafé” as a technical ally on training and capacity building on human rights, prevention of child labour and women’s economic empowerment in the Honduran coffee sector.
2023 - 2029
Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras
PERSPECTIVAS - Perspectives for Returnees through Social and Professional Integration
This programme aims to improve the social and occupational integration of migrants who have returned to their home countries and individuals vulnerable to irregular migration.
2025 - 2026
Honduras
Sustainable agriculture
Rural Competitiveness (ComRural)
ComRural supports  rural producer organizations  in the South of Honduras,  through technical assistance and inclusive financing of business plans, to improve access to markets and to climate-smart agricultural practices, thus contributing to their economic inclusion. 
2025 - 2028
Honduras, El Salvador
Green cities, Growth entrepreneurship
Circular Impact – Recycling for Prosperity 
The Circular Impact project aims to enhance waste management and recycling in Honduras and El Salvador by empowering green businesses, strengthening legal frameworks, and promoting circular economy practices.

News

Honduras
Sustainable agriculture
07.07.2026
Biodigesters: A sustainable alternative for rural families in El Paraíso
In many rural communities in El Paraíso, Honduras, firewood remains one of the main sources of energy for cooking. However, its constant use increases pressure on forests, contributes to deforestation and generates smoke inside homes, affecting the health of families, especially women, who spend more time in the kitchen. On top of this, LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) represents a high cost for many rural families, making it difficult to access a clean, safe and reliable energy source.
Switzerland, Indonesia, Honduras, Guatemala, Niger
Sustainable agriculture, Sustainable tourism, Initial vocational education and training, Labour market insertion
07.07.2026
Delivering impact at scale: ESG progress and results in 2025
Our time is full of urgencies that we can only address through collective action. Particularly in the contexts in which Swisscontact works, there is pronounced socio-political and institutional fragility, protracted economic crisis, and ecological deterioration. Swisscontact’s core contribution to sustainable development cooperation lies in the implementation of projects: strengthening vocational skills, fostering entrepreneurship, supporting climate-smart and inclusive market systems, and ultimately contributing to job creation and improved livelihoods. 
Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador
27.05.2026
What if opportunities were closer to home?
Promoting sustainable local opportunities that enable people to thrive in their communities, reducing the need to migrate.
Country Director Honduras
Ana Patricia Leveron Paz

My vision for Swisscontact Honduras is to position the organization as a leader in building partnerships that transform challenges into opportunities for sustainable development.

I firmly believe that the most lasting changes occur when international cooperation, the private sector, governments, and communities work toward a shared purpose. In Honduras, these partnerships are essential for driving more dynamic local economies, creating decent jobs, strengthening competitive value chains, and promoting responsible natural resource management.

Currently, our work spans areas such as economic development, sustainable and restorative agriculture, environmental conservation, reforestation, and circular economy. However, our vision extends beyond the projects we are currently implementing. We are open to exploring and developing new initiatives that address the country's emerging needs and contribute to creating inclusive economic opportunities, strengthening community resilience, and promoting long-term sustainable development.

I aspire for Swisscontact Honduras to be recognized for its ability to identify opportunities, connect stakeholders, and drive innovative solutions that generate lasting impact. More than just implementing projects, we aim to be a catalyst for partnerships and actions that help build a more prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable Honduras for everyone.

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Swisscontact Honduras
Centros de Negocios La Reforma, Col. La Reforma a 30 Mts. de avenida La Paz.

Tegucigalpa; Honduras