Experiencia Cafetera
It promotes Quindío's coffee-growing tradition, sustainable tourism, and environmental conservation, connecting rural communities with sustainable development.
Discover our programmes
Pijao Node programme
Pijao Node Programme
“Connecting with learning that transforms lives”
Tierra Programme
Tierra Programme
“Planting roots, harvesting the future.”
Bonplandia Laboratory
Bonplandia Laboratory
“Explore, discover, and transform through science.”
Future Nexus
Future Nexus
“Connecting dreams with opportunities.”
Classrooms For peace
Classrooms For peace
“Learning classrooms as pillars of hope and peace.”
About Us
We cultivate hope through sustainable practices, empowering individuals and transforming communities to build a brighter and more connected future.
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Frailejones Blog
A Special New Year’s Eve in the Coffee Cultural Landscape in 2018.
Welcome to “Continuing the Journey: A Commitment to Community Empowerment and Sustainability.”
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Historical Context and Background: Resilience and Transformation in Pijao
Pijao, Quindío, is a town with a history shaped by resilience and rebirth.
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Geographical Context and Meaning of “Frailejones” and “Lotus”
The Frailejones Foundation was officially founded in 2023, following my visit to London, where I received the support of the Kingsley team and, specifically, the Thayan family.
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Classrooms for Peace Programme
The Classrooms for Peace Programme is an initiative that serves as a fundamental pillar in our mission of community empowerment and inclusive education.
Tierra Programme: School Gardens
The Tierra Programme was launched just before the pandemic and has since grown into a fundamental pillar for food security and environmental education in Pijao.
Visit to the United Kingdom
My trip to the United Kingdom was a meaningful experience that reinforced our commitment to community development in Colombia.
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Our Allies
United for a Common Purpose: Collaborations Driving Sustainable Development and Transforming Lives.
El Patio
A nursery that merges coffee-growing traditions and ancestral wisdom, inspired by the Quimbaya and Pijao cultures, promoting a connection with nature, well-being, and sustainability.
La Mariela Educational Institution
In the rural zone of Pijao, Quindío, this institution is a beacon of hope and education, surrounded by the majestic landscape of the Coffee Region.
Pijao Institute of Education
Committed to holistic education, it combines academic excellence with community values to develop transformative leaders.
Testimonials
Testimonials That Inspire: Stories of Impact and Transformation Through Our Work.
Ligia Villamil
Community leader
"With the Frailejones Foundation, we visit rural areas to introduce gardens to schools, teaching children how to cultivate their own gardens and explore the potential of medicinal plants."
Olga Narváez
Community leader
"One of its most promising projects is the Bonplandia Laboratory, dedicated to scientific research. This initiative has sparked great expectations and made a positive impact on the student community. Furthermore, the foundation has focused on expanding food gardens, fostering self-sustainability."
Hugo Murcia
Director of La Mariela School
"The Tierra Programme has expanded to the point where the school garden is no longer our sole focus. Now, the home garden is essential. We need children to bring the school gardens into their homes."