Dear supporter,

I can´t believe we are almost half way through the year, where does the time go?

Mama Cocha has a full team now of 2 Physiotehrapists; Speech Therapist; Psychologist and Project Manager/Techinical Nurse and we are truly beginning to see the difference… the quiet but powerful impact of consistent therapeutic care. Children are arriving earlier, receiving structured support, and beginning to show meaningful developmental progress through early intervention and multidisciplinary therapy.

Every step we take forward is built on consistency, safety, and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. To be the best they can be!

Each child’s journey is unique, but all are grounded in the same foundation: early support, therapeutic consistency, and a safe environment where development can unfold step by step.

We have welcomed very young patients to the project this year and are encouraging early intervention in the community.

Why Mama Cocha Matters….

Antuane is now just 3 months old. He arrived at Mama Cocha when he was only a few weeks old, following a difficult start at birth that affected his early development.

From the very beginning, our team initiated immediate multidisciplinary therapeutic support, focusing on early intervention during this critical stage of development.

After just 6 weeks of continuous therapy, Antuane is already showing encouraging progress. One of the most significant early milestones is that he has achieved head control, a key indicator of neurological and physical development. 💛

This marks only the beginning of his journey. With continued consistent therapy and nurturing care, Antuane will continue to grow stronger day by day.

A thriving centre in the community

Mama Cocha continues to grow into a stable and trusted space for the 45 children and their families it supports. Therapy sessions, early intervention programmes, and family support services are now running daily, creating consistent structure and care within the community.

We are seeing increased engagement from families, earlier referrals, and stronger developmental outcomes as children access support sooner.

What began as a small initiative when we re opened the doors in July 2025, is now becoming a recognised and essential part of local care provision.

Hope for the future!

There is a growing sense of momentum and possibility. More children are accessing therapy earlier, families are becoming more engaged in the process, and consistent intervention is leading to visible developmental progress.

While challenges remain, the direction is clear: early support changes outcomes.

This is long-term, sustainable change—built one child, one family, one session at a time.

🤝 Support Our work – £8 a month

This work is only possible through ongoing support. Through YOUR support!

By sponsoring Mama Cocha for just £8 a month, you help provide:

• Consistent therapy sessions

• Early intervention for vulnerable children

• Safe, structured learning environments

• Ongoing support for families in need

If you don´t already, please. Help us continue with our vital work in Peru!

YES! I WANT TO SPONSOR MAMA COCHA!

Together, we can continue creating spaces where children are not only supported—but given the opportunity to thrive. 💛

Peace and love,

Suzy and the team x

We are currently preparing for our July trip to Peru, where we will be leading three families through our Family Volunteer Programme on a 17-day journey across the country.

Lima: We begin in Lima, Peru’s vibrant capital and an essential introduction to the country’s history and culture. Here, the group will explore the historic centre of Lima, including the catacombs of the San Francisco Monastery, as well as local artisan markets. We will also spend time in the bohemian district of Barranco, home to independent galleries, colourful street art, and a thriving creative scene, before concluding with lunch overlooking the Huaca Pucllana archaeological site in Miraflores.

Huacachina Desert Oasis: From Lima, we travel south to the desert oasis of Huacachina. Families will take part in an unforgettable 4-hour desert experience, including dune buggy rides and sandboarding across the vast desert landscape, before watching the sunset over the dunes and continuing on to Paracas.

Paracas and the Ballestas Islands: Known as the “poor man’s Galápagos”, the Ballestas Islands are one of the most important marine wildlife areas on the South American coast and a major breeding ground for sea lions. The group will head out by boat to observe an extraordinary range of wildlife, including sea lions, penguins, flamingos, and turtles in their natural habitat.

After this immersive introduction to Peru, the team travels north to Máncora, where the core of the programme begins. Over 13 days, the families will take part in hands-on volunteering and therapeutic support activities at Mama Cocha, including:

• Building a bathroom for a local family

• Helping construct essential physiotherapy equipment funded through their fundraising efforts

• Re-vamping and improving the speech therapy area

• Learning from and supporting the work of the occupational therapist they have funded, and taking part in daily therapeutic activities alongside the children

This experience at Mama Cocha in Máncora offers families the opportunity to:

• Take part directly in therapeutic and developmental activities

• Support daily life within the centre

• Gain first-hand understanding of the impact of early intervention

• Build meaningful connections with the children and wider community

• Contribute to lasting, practical change in children’s lives

As well as working hard onsite, the volunteers will participate in some active and educational activities during their stay in Mancora! We start the day off before work with yoga on the beach; participate in surf lessons; a quad biking safari; whale watching… and…participate in a clown dr workshop with the Mamas of Mama Cocha!

Over the years, volunteers have played a vital role in the growth and sustainability of Kiya Survivors. This programme offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully while also experiencing Peru in a deeply immersive way. Each trip is tailored collaboratively to ensure families gain the most from their experience.

📣 Applications are now open for our 2027 Family Volunteer Programme.

Places are limited, and interest continues to grow each year.

Apply now to be part of the journey

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING KIYA.