Education for Sustainable Futures

At Responsible People Foundation, we believe that education is the most powerful tool for building a sustainable future. Through our Education for Sustainable Futures Project, we bring environmental and cultural education directly to the children of the Cochayoc community in the Andean region of Cusco. Our goal is to inspire the next generation to protect their environment, value their traditions, and become leaders in sustainability within their own communities.

Learning for Change

Our team, together with volunteers and partner travel companies, visits local schools to teach children about environmental conservation, recycling, and cultural preservation. We organize fun and interactive workshops where students learn how to separate waste, reduce plastic use, and understand the importance of caring for nature.

These educational sessions also include cultural activities — storytelling, traditional music, and art — to help children strengthen their connection to Andean heritage while embracing modern sustainability practices.

Supporting Education with School Supplies

Thanks to the generous contributions from our travelers, donors, and partner tour operators — including Tierras Vivas, Inca Trail Machu, Salkantay Trek Machu, Machu Picchut Travel, and Travel Tour Group — we also deliver essential school supplies to the students. Notebooks, pencils, books, and educational materials help improve the learning experience and encourage children to stay in school.

A Shared Commitment

Each visit to Cochayoc is a reminder that small actions can create lasting change. By supporting this project or traveling with our partner companies, you help us expand our educational outreach to more schools across rural Peru. Together, we are not only teaching children — we are planting the seeds of environmental responsibility and hope for generations to come.