Equip KIDS International

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Empowering children with disabilities in the Global South

About us

Published on October 23, 2017February 17, 2023 by ekiperu

Equip KIDS International is a grassroots, Canadian organization that is working to empower children with disabilities and their families in the global south (“developing countries”). Founded in 2001, we have been working primarily in Peru for over 16 years.

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Published on October 23, 2017November 10, 2017 by ekiperu

There are currently over 200 million children with disabilities growing up in “developing countries” and more than 90% of these children don’t go to school and don’t have access to the basic tools and supports… More

Why we do what we do

Published on October 23, 2017January 28, 2018 by ekiperu

…This site is currently being redeveloped. Please check back soon for more information about our work in Peru. In the meantime, check out our Facebook page for current information about what we’re up to. Thank-you!

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Our work

Published on October 23, 2017February 17, 2023 by ekiperu

We are a small, Canadian, grassroots organization working to support and empower children with disabilities (and their families) in the global south (“developing countries”). Founded in 2001, we have been working primarily in Peru for over 20 years.

You can learn more about the needs and why we do what we do here.

Our work focuses on the following interconnected areas: the provision of assistive technology; Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) services; education and awareness; human rights promotion; and support services.

Each year we provide specialized custom-fitted wheelchairs (as well as other devices) to over 50 children in need from the southern regions of Peru. We also hold over a dozen workshops for families, professionals and community members, in an effort to provide crucial information to those who need it, and to build connections between individuals and organizations. In addition, we provide ongoing support and assistance to dozens of families and organizations working with children with disabilities throughout southern Peru.

(We are currently redeveloping this website. Please check back soon for much more information about our work with children with disabilities in Peru. In the meantime, check out our Facebook page for recent photos and updates about our work. Thank-you for your patience!)