Perú

MSMEs: the backbone of the Latin-American economy

On the outskirts of Lima, Lucy García, a BBVAMF entrepreneur, runs one of the micro-enterprises that, when combined with medium-sized…

Peru has already won the World Cup

It has been a very tough competition against Colombia, after beating Nigeria, Uruguay and Switzerland in a world cup designed…

Two housing programs of the BBVA Microfinance Foundation, awarded for their contribution to sustainable urban development

More than 7,000 low-income people in Peru and Panama have improved their homes thanks to Construyendo Confianza and Casafin, respectively,…

Two BBVAMF programs receive recognition at the Latin American and Caribbean Housing and Habitat Forum

The 3rd Latin American and Caribbean Housing and Habitat Forum recognizes projects that foster adequate housing and urban habitat for…

Rebuilding trust in oneself

Years ago, Rosa Ancco was convinced that she would never overcome her husband’s death, a crisis that left her hollow…

Water and sanitation, essential for a healthy and sustainable society

“At the human level, water cannot be seen in isolation from sanitation. Together, they are vital for reducing the global…

Rut Pelaiza: “My greatest motivation is indeed being able to motivate others”

Rut Pelaiza’s life made a 180º turn these past few years. Hailing from Abancay (Peru) and a mother of three…

Jordi Roca, impressed with the work of Óscar Velásquez, entrepreneur of BBVAMF

Óscar Velásquez has spent all his life in cocoa production as an alternative crop that is both healthy and ecological.…

World Tourism Day: Small businesses that promote new ways to travel

September 27 celebrates World Tourism Day

“The Foundation, with Financiera Confianza, is a strategic ally for development and inclusion for those who need it the most”, Peru’s minister for Development

Almost half a million vulnerable people in Peru experience progress with the support of Financiera Confianza, an entity of the…

BBVA Microfinance Foundation on its 10th year: a battle against poverty from the private sector

The BBVAMF will present its Social Performance Report for 2016, Measuring what really matters, in Peru, included within the events…

A better future for their children: the dream come true for women living on a Peruvian hilltop

To understand the reality of over 450,000 people served by the BBVA Microfinance Foundation in Peru, a visit to San…