Surveyed Communities
Community 1 - 139 households in Dominican Republic and 12 in the United States
Community 2 - 97 households in Dominican Republic and 8 in the United States
Community 3 - 125 households in Dominican Republic and 9 in the United States
Community 4 - 99 households in Dominican Republic and 9 in the United States
Community 5 - 147 households in Dominican Republic and 16 in the United States
Comunidad 6 - 149 households in Dominican Republic and 5 in the United States
Community 6 is a neighborhood in another mid-size of the Cibao Valley, about one hour north of Santo Domingo. The city, founded early in the XVI century, is one of the oldest in the Americas. Agricultural production (especially rice) and mining (gold, siver and zinc) have traditionally dominated the regional economy. The region exports oranges, as well as processed pineapple juice and marmalades. The patron saint festivities last nine days and include sportive and artistic activities. The annual carnival celebrations, for which local artists create a wide assortment of colorful masks, are a central piece of local culture.
Community 7 - 151 households in Dominican Republic and 15 in the U.S.
