The Story of Quiritimayo: A Journey of Transformation
In the lush landscapes of Pomabamba and the Quiritimayo neighborhood, a community is weaving together stories of resilience, creativity, and environmental awareness. This is the story of the “Quiritimayo” project, a heartfelt initiative inspired by the call to “love... Continue Reading
Empowering Women and Children: ACIES
ACIES works to empower women and children in two locations in the province of Cajamarca: the rural village of Pomabamba and a marginal urban neighbourhood called Quiritimayo. Continue Reading
Turbulence in Peru—Peruvians deserve better
Scenes of standoffs and clashes between protesters and police in Peru have peppered the media in Canada during the last week. Continue Reading
AGM hightlights: our projects in Peru
“The creativity and compassion that was apparent in our partner’s response to the pandemic has been unbelievable.” —Gordon Price, co-chair of Heart-Links’ Peru Projects Committee Continue Reading
Spreading Joy in Cajamarca
Among the joys of working with our partner organizations in northern Peru are the many things our partners share with us: their experiences, their wisdom, their dreams, their warmth, their trust. Continue Reading
Share the Love is coming—and this year, it’s @ home!
Heart-Links’ favourite February fundraiser is just around the corner. And this year—for the first-time ever—you can attend from the comfort and warmth of your own home. Continue Reading
Happy International Literacy Day!
Our world has made great strides in expanding literacy over the last 30 years. Heart-Links’ donors have contributed to the growth of literacy in Peru. Continue Reading
A Big Thank-You to Ontario Catholic Teachers!
Heart-Links would like to publicly thank the Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association (OECTA) for their contribution to the successful completion of the Esperanza Centre for Alternative Education in Cajamarca. An Educational Aid Grant from OECTA supplied materials for the... Continue Reading
COVID-19 Update No. 10
As cases of COVID-19 spike in Cajamarca, Heart-Links’ partner ACIES is reminding people they are not alone and that together, taking the necessary precautions, they can beat the pandemic. Continue Reading
COVID-19 Update
Heart-Links is working with our partners to assess emerging needs during the pandemic and respond effectively. Continue Reading