Our history
Aymara has developed a methodology to design a new way to effect change, to give easy access to mainstream health services to people who are invisible and neglected in society. Thanks to their commitment with the community, engagement and retention strategies, and a strong network of partners, the new model promotes social change by delivering an integral service while running an efficient and innovative ethical business.
Our team
Carlos Corredor
Director of Latin American Services
Carlos has been working with migrants, refugees, asylum seekers and other vulnerable people for more than 20 years, taking the initiative and engaging with communities with the sole aim of helping them. He has developed an extensive network with the local population in London, especially with the most disadvantaged, as well as with key influencers in the Latin American context. Carlos was born in Colombia where he studied public relations, and has lived in London since 1989.
carlos.corredor@aymara.uk
María Victoria Cristancho
Health & Wellbeing Lead
Maria Victoria is a community leader, gender-based sexual health expert and independent domestic violence advocate. Maria Victoria is the community connector between the two flagship programs Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights & Violence Against Women and Girls. Maria Victoria’s personalised care style and holistic approach helps to reduce health inequalities, bring about change by supporting women to unpick complex issues, and allow them to take greater control over their health and wellbeing.
victoria.cristancho@aymara.uk
Pia Arriola
Comms Manager
Pia is a communications specialist with experience in journalism, PR, social media, and communication for development. Originally from Peru, she has worked extensively in Latin America and now supports global development initiatives from the UK. She holds a Master’s in Media, Campaigning and Social Change from the University of Westminster. Passionate about social justice, especially migrant and refugee rights, Pia supports Aymara in amplifying the voices of Latin American communities in the UK.
media@aymara.uk
Jose Trueba
Chief Executive
Jose worked in Latin American markets in the corporate sector for 15 years. He travelled extensively and learned firsthand about the difficult conditions and needs of those forced to leave their countries. He then moved to the UK, where he worked in social enterprise and charity organisations, and since then he has specialised in running businesses with social purpose to achieve public goals. Jose was born in Spain where he studied business administration, and has lived in London since 2013.
jose.trueba@aymara.uk