Corporación Memoria y Paz (CORMEPAZ)

Corporación Memoria y Paz (CORMEPAZ) is a non-profit organization founded in 2019 and based in Buenaventura, Colombia, focused on promoting peace, human rights, and social justice in regions affected by armed conflict and violence with a focus on children and adolescents. CORMEPAZ was created in response to the severe impacts of violence and displacement in Buenaventura, the major port on the Pacific coast that is affected by high levels of social and political conflict. The organization aims to address the root causes of violence by supporting victims and fostering processes of memory, reconciliation, and peacebuilding in affected communities. Through its efforts, CORMEPAZ aims to contribute to a more just, peaceful, and inclusive society in Buenaventura and the broader Pacific region of Colombia. Objectives: Promoting the rights of victims of armed conflict, especially displaced communities and those affected by violence; Strengthening the participation and leadership of local communities in peacebuilding processes; Supporting the defense of human rights and combating social and political exclusion; Promoting processes of historical memory to honor the victims and prevent the repetition of violence. The organization works to raise awareness about human rights violations, advocating for justice and the protection of victims' rights; Community empowerment: CORMEPAZ strengthens local communities' capacity to participate in peacebuilding and governance processes; Memory and reconciliation processes: The organization facilitates initiatives that encourage remembrance of the victims, providing spaces for collective healing and reconciliation; Education and awareness: CORMEPAZ organizes workshops, seminars, and community events to promote peace, human rights, and conflict resolution skills; Support for displaced persons: It offers legal and psychological support to internally displaced persons (IDPs), helping them regain their rights and reintegrate into society.