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Peru has made incredible progress in recent years, reducing their poverty rate from 52% to 26% over an 8-year period, however inequalities between rural and urban regions are very much existent and have a large impact on quality education and healthcare.
In Urubamba, located in the heart of Peru’s Sacred Valley, local communities face a range of complex challenges. FutureSense Foundation works to address these needs through targeted, sustainable initiatives that focus on advancing education, promoting health, and fostering environmental stewardship. By empowering communities with knowledge, resources, and opportunities, our programs aim to create lasting, positive change.
Our programmes in Peru are continuing to develop every year and are based on the key challenges identified, in addition to UN SDG’s No 1. No Poverty, No 3. Good Health and Wellbeing, No 4. Quality Education and No 10. Reduced Inequalities.
Through our Education programme we develop engaging and influential workshops that focus on English language development, STEAM education, practical skills, critical thinking, and opportunities to thrive. Since rural communities in the Sacred Valley face multiple levels of disadvantage and have limited economic opportunities, our focus is on improving English and literacy skills to inspire children to take pride in their education and continue their learning. These skills are essential for children to enter secondary school and then later on gain employment, breaking the poverty cycle. We work very closely with the local teachers in delivering these programmes to inspire a generation of leaders who can contribute to a brighter, sustainable future for Urubamba.
On our healthcare programme, we focus on providing health-based education and training sessions at local schools or in the community. We focus on a variety of areas like researching health issues and completing needs-assessments, developing health education curriculum so we can improve issues like malnutrition, high rates of influenza and pneumonia and reducing dietary risks. We work very closely with our partners so they feel empowered to assist us in delivering this information effectively.
Through our Climate Action programme, we deliver hands-on workshops focused on environmental conservation and sustainable practices to empower students to become active stewards of their environment. By teaching children about recycling, composting, water conservation, and reforestation, we inspire them to make a positive impact on their surroundings, which is vital not only for protecting the local ecosystem but also for ensuring the long-term well-being of the community.
We collaborate closely with local educators to integrate these lessons into the classroom, encouraging students to take part in practical activities that reinforce their learning. Through engaging projects such as tree planting, waste reduction, and water management, students gain a deeper understanding of how their actions influence the environment and develop the skills needed to drive positive change. Together, we are building a greener, more resilient future for Urubamba and the Sacred Valley.
“Peru is a country of remarkable diversity, known for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural history. Its people are resilient and deeply connected to their traditions. In rural areas like Urubamba and Pongobamba, challenges such as limited access to quality education, economic inequality, and language barriers hold communities back. Our programmes focus on improving education and promoting sustainability. By working with students, teachers, and families, we aim to build skills and confidence, empowering communities to create new opportunities and a brighter future. Together, we are paving the way for lasting, positive change.”
Peru Country Manager
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