A project to counteract violence in Cusco

Cusco, Peru, has seen a substantial rise in femicides, attempted femicides, and cases of sexual violence starting in 2023, particularly affecting female adolescents. The IAF supports community-led initiatives to reduce and mitigate the effects of violence.

Our grantee Asociacin Santa Rita del Cusco (SRC) will contribute to combating violence in Cusco by offering a comprehensive support system that helps women through all stages of their journey towards social and economic empowerment for themselves and their children.

SRC will also provide training aimed at strengthening the current system for assisting survivors by improving the overall skills of staff at police stations, shelters, women's emergency centers, and other key institutions, promoting the long-term sustainability of its activities. This grant is part of the IAF's Social Inclusion Strategic Initiative.