Our Story

A Rocha Peru is a national Christian association working to live out God’s calling to care for creation and equip others to do likewise.

A Christian Conservation Organisation

A Rocha Peru is part of a worldwide family of A Rocha organizations spanning more than 20 countries, with a 40-year history of caring for creation. Our name means ‘the rock’ in Portugese (our first initiative was a field study center in Portugal). Our global vision is to see a world where nature flourishes as people live equitably and sustainably.  A Rocha stands out as a visible expression of God’s love for all of creation. In fact, we are the only Christian organization in the International Union for the Conservation of Nature—an alliance of more than 1000 conservation organizations.

Our mission

Inspired by God’s love, we work together with local stakeholders in conservation, environmental education, research and social development.

Our vision

At A Rocha Peru we aspire to restore harmony between man and nature and to ensure the well-being of all creation by fostering a responsible relationship with the environment.

A Rocha's five core commitments
Underlying all we do is our biblical faith in the living God, who made the world, loves it, and entrusts it to the care of human society.
We protect and restore nature and are committed to local places and people over the long term.
We invest in good relationships through our commitment to God, one another, and the wider creation.
We celebrate the insights, perspectives, and solutions offered by our diverse cultures.
We seek to work with anyone who shares our vision.