Simply helping.
An NGO trying to break
the cycle of poverty
in Arequipa, Peru.
About us
Intiwawa was born to socially empower low-income families in communities of Arequipa which face high levels of child labor and domestic violence. Founder Leonel Revilla, together with a collective of friends, began working with children in the community of Mollebaya to support local families in improving their quality of life through education. From there, Intiwawa grew and developed new programs, in response to the needs of the local communities.
Our Projects
Our vision is to provide tools for the children of today to achieve an autonomous community tomorrow, where Intiwawa as an organization is no longer needed. We contribute to the integral development of the children and their parents, giving them the tools to fulfil their dreams through education.
To achieve our vision and break the cycle of poverty in Arequipa, we focus our projects in the following areas:
Education
Through our educational programs, Intiwawa works to bridge the gap in the children’s academic growth and support their personal development. At the same time, we work with a group of mothers from the local community in a training program which empowers the women and families as a whole, through education.
Our impact
80 Children and their families
are supported annually
200 Donors from 28 countries
support us regularly
100 Volunteers from all over the world
contribute annually
15 Years of social development work
through education
Voices of the Intiwawa Community
Intiwawa is a place where I learn and have fun. I have learned to express myself.
Oliver, Intiwawa Student
Intiwawa has enabled me to make my dreams a reality. It has helped me to get out of the house and move forward. It has empowered me both personally and professionally.
Macni, Madre Luchadora and member of the Parents School
The teachers are outstanding, they always supported me and were some of the most important people in our lives.
Ruth, Intiwawa Alumni
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