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Music as a Path to Peace
In the heart of Isla Trinitaria, one of the most culturally vibrant yet underserved communities in Guayaquil, Ecuador, a movement for peace is growing through rhythm and connection.
The Marimba for Peace Project uses the power of music, dance, and cultural pride to guide children and youth toward healing, confidence, and belonging.
The Vision
Healthy individuals at peace with themselves create healthy, thriving communities.
By helping young people cultivate inner peace and emotional expression through the Afro-Ecuadorian marimba, this project aims to rebuild the social fabric of Isla Trinitaria — one note, one heart, and one dance at a time.
Celebramos!
What We Do
In collaboration with Afromestizo Candente Marimba Academy, Fundación Cleotilde Guerrero, and CR Guayaquil Astillero, Pathways for Thriving supports weekly arts-based workshops that:
- Teach music, dance, and theater while preserving Afro-Ecuadorian heritage
- Help youth process trauma and manage emotions through creative expression
- Provide safe, nurturing spaces for community and belonging
- Develop emotional and social skills for peace-building and nonviolent communication
Who We Serve
- Direct Beneficiaries: Children and adolescents from the Andrés Quiñónez 1, April 22, and Fuerza de los Pobres neighborhoods of Isla Trinitaria
- Indirect Beneficiaries: Their families and the wider community
Why It Matters
In a community where conflict and poverty often limit opportunities, Marimba for Peace helps young people:
- Stay engaged in school and away from crime
- Reconnect with their identity and cultural pride
- Build confidence, empathy, and leadership
- Transform their pain into creativity and hope
Felipe’s Testimonial
DONATE TO OUR PROGRAM
Volunteer — Share your skills in arts, education, or youth mentorship.
Donate — Your contribution funds instruments, workshops, and safe learning spaces.
Spread the Word — Help amplify the story of Isla Trinitaria’s youth transforming their community through music.