OUR HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY
Pukaray is takes its name from the Quechua language, which means "to strengthen"
We are a brand of Peruvian jewelry worked
by women with disabilities, who work with dedication and passion
Our philosophy is to promote self-employment in talented people, providing them with the necessary tools and resources for their personal development and entrepreneurship. We strive to build the autonomy of each of them, allowing them to achieve their goals and dreams.
At Pukaray, we believe in inclusion and in the value of artisan work.
Nuestras Artesanas
Arte creado por mujeres con Fortaleza
Each bracelet is created by our artisans, women with intellectual disabilities, full of strength and entrepreneurial spirit.
They put their heart and skill into every knot and detail, transforming each piece into a true work of art.
Glenny Cecilia Álvarez Mamani
Hola👋nací el 22 de noviembre, en Puno.
"Tengo 46 años y me gusta tejer y aprender nuevos modelos. Mi sueño es tener mi propia casa y viajar. En Pukaray me gustan las cosas que hacemos. Cuando fui a la Feria Culturaymi en el 2019, me sentí libre de hablar con la gente, demostrar lo que puedo hacer."
Kelly Milagros Salcedo Ormeño
Hello 👋 I was born on January 3rd in Lima.
"I'm 44 years old, I like dancing and making bracelets. I would like Pukaray to grow a lot more and have more companions."
Arianna Alegre
Hello 👋 I am 25 years old and my birthday is March 19th.
"I really like training rhythmic gymnastics, and I'm also a fan of KPop.
I want to continue representing and inspiring more women and getting more girls to join Pukaray.
Claudia Calderón Cabrejos
Hola 👋 tengo 31 años
"Me gusta hacer pulseras y escuchar música y nadar…
En Pukaray me gusta hacer todo tipo de pulseras y compartir con mis amigas espero poder aprender nuevas cosas, seguir vendiendo pulseras en provincias y en el extranjero."
Nicole Aguilar
Hello 👋I'm 24 years old and my birthday is April 27th.
"I like sports, I'm a gymnast and I enjoy art and dance. I like being at Pukaray and I hope to continue growing. I would like more girls with intellectual disabilities like me to be able to join this great project."
Silvana Marlene Peche Gaitán
Hello 👋 I was born on June 20th in Lima.
"I'm 19 years old, I like to dance marinera, do rhythmic gymnastics and make bracelets. In Pukaray I like to be with my best friends and I would like Pukaray to have a store."
