Loreto handicrafts were in high demand at the Ruraq Maki National Fair

Artisans from the Independencia community of Loreto had an important participation in the National Fair "Ruraq Maki, Handmade", organized by the Ministry of Culture in the city of Lima, where they achieved a high demand for their products.

Thanks to the recognized skills and the quality of their chambira fiber fabrics, the artisans were invited to participate in this activity. They receive training from PETROPERÚ through a program that allows them to acquire innovative techniques for the production of their handicrafts.

The artisans of the Independencia community indicated that this exhibition and sale space has allowed them to publicize their products made with natural fibers and dyes, the same ones that are worked with ancestral knowledge that was strengthened, throughout these last 10 years, with various training sessions provided by PETROPERÚ. This has allowed them to improve the design, color and quality, thus achieving insertion in the economic activity and allowing them to be a support for family support.

Through these trainings, the state company provides tools for the sustainable management of the chambira palm tree, making possible the production of a variety of utilitarian and decorative items such as bags, earrings, hammocks, which have been recognized and valued by the national public.

PETROPERÚ reaffirms its commitment to the communities neighboring its operations to strengthen their capacities in craft production and the promotion of Amazonian culture.