Peru: Unplugged
June 21,2022
Economic EmpowermentVoices from the Altiplano: José
Another voice from the Altiplano, meet José Escalánte, a Picotani local. He takes time to chat about his community, the water project, and the importance of vicuñas.
June 07,2022
Economic EmpowermentCan Alpacas and Vicuñas Help Save the Planet?
Global warming is the world’s single greatest environmental threat to the planet. Could alpacas and vicuñas be the key to helping save this place we all call home?
May 24,2022
Economic EmpowermentVoices from the Altiplano: Sarita
In a world that is ever-changing, is it better to change with it? Do you resist and follow tradition? Meet Sarita Escalánte Tellana, a Picotani local, born and raised. She takes a rare break and sits down with us to talk about her future life in the Altiplano.
May 18,2022
AlpacasQB Founder Mike Safley examines the sustainability of alpaca and vicuna fiber production and discovers camelid fiber is the most environmentally friendly example of sustainable textile manufacturing.
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“llaqtakunaq atipayninwan, teqrimuyuta kuyuchisunchis”
When the villages work together, we will turn this world around
~ Quechua proverb
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“QB is taking aide directly to the people who need it without it being filtered through bureaucracies and a lot of money being spent for nothing. It’s very efficient and they make good use of the volunteers and the doctors. (more…)
“I loved the trip to the highlands, but it was hair-raising at times. The people up there are so tough, I just admire them so much!”