The Ballanta Academy of Music
& Performing Arts

Freetown, Sierra Leone

Partner program

Since 2024

LA ALIANZA -PFCF

La Alianza Association (ALA) is an institution with a long-standing tradition in the care, protection, and advocacy of human rights for children, adolescents, and youth in Guatemala. ALA’s multidisciplinary teams provide specialized and tailored care annually to over 250 victims of violence, particularly violence against women and children, sexual violence, and human trafficking, from across the country and the Central American region

PFCF has formed a partnership with ALA to develop a comprehensive program of musical, literary, and artistic education in their 3 locations of  Coatepeque, Mixco and San Juan del Obispo. Music and arts serve as alternative therapies for children and adolescents who have suffered violence, sexual abuse, and psychological trauma, helping to overcome states of loneliness, low self-esteem, and severe anxiety; by allowing them to express and channel their emotions and feelings through artistic expression.

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Life in the community

The city of Cusco is nestled in the heart of the Andes Mountains,and stands as a living testament to the rich cultural heritage of Peru. Once the capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco’s cobblestone streets and ancient stone walls still bear witness to its glorious past.  Beyond its architectural marvels, Cusco pulses with a vibrant and diverse musical heritage. Traditional Andean melodies, characterized by the haunting tones of panpipes and drums, blend seamlessly with Spanish influences, giving rise to  unique genres of music. Cachimayo is a town of nearly 3,000 inhabitants located 30 minutes away of Cuzco, with an altitude of 3,400 meters.

Traditional music

Artist development

5 staff members

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Playing For Change Foundation,

171 Pier Avenue, #271
Santa Monica, CA 90405 – USA

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