Team & Partners
Every organization is built on its people. Our team keeps everything flowing so we can achieve our goals.
PARTNERS
Organization focused on transforming foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN) for underserved children through its child-led, peer-driven.
Initiative focused on raising global awareness about the existential threats of climate change and environmental degradation.
Multicultural international school in Lausanne offering innovative teaching methodologies and a supportive, vibrant learning environment.
Global crowdfunding platform that connects donors with grassroots projects in more than 175 countries.
NGO that creates global educational partnerships to provide students with equitable, real-world learning opportunities.
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Education, Sustainability, and Global Collaboration
Why We Exist
School communities face urgent challenges that limit children and youth development:
- Gaps in education and literacy
- Limited access to technology, tools, and internet
- Environmental issues and pollution
- Student mental health needs
- Few opportunities for language learning and intercultural exchange
Our Response
We deliver practical, school-based programs that strengthen literacy, digital skills, wellbeing, and sustainability—so students can learn, lead, and build a brighter future.
Together with schools, families, and global allies, we are helping create more sustainable schools and more equitable opportunities for every child.
EMPATHY AND DO SOMETHING GOOD
Real people, real impact. Meet the team and contributors making Arca Beta possible.
Miguel Peña
I build bridges between the public and private sectors to turn community needs into practical solutions for vulnerable populations.
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I’ve been working on social projects since 2021, supporting initiatives that improve wellbeing in vulnerable populations and school communities.
I believe meaningful impact happens when the public and private sectors collaborate, so I focus on connecting stakeholders, communicating needs clearly, and presenting strong proposals that lead to real action.
I also emphasize understanding problems on a human level:
listening closely, personalizing challenges, and co-creating
solutions with communities. With experience collaborating across
cultures and perspectives, I work to deliver practical, inclusive,
and sustainable results.
Miguel Peña — Director
Zulfia Dassayeva
From logistics to marketing, I help Arca Beta turn ideas into real education projects in Peru: organized, consistent, and people-first.
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I came to Peru to make an impact. Before joining Arca Beta, I volunteered on education initiatives—helping design projects and following up to make sure they truly worked in the field.
Over the years, I’ve gained broad professional experience across different areas, from logistics and project set-up to marketing management. Yet I always felt something was missing: using those skills to serve more people and protect the environment.
When I learned that Miguel was building a team in 2021, I joined
right away. I’m grateful for our teammates—their kindness, honesty,
and commitment inspire me. We have a great future ahead.
Zulfia Dassayeva — Administrator, Arca Beta
GLOBAL SUPPORT
INTERNATIONAL CONTRIBUTORS, BIG IMPACT
Arca Beta grows thanks to generous support from international partners, volunteers, and contributors who help turn local needs into real solutions.
Lucy Sliter
I’m honored to support Arca Beta’s mission—bringing education and sustainability together to uplift underserved communities in Peru.
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Throughout my life, I’ve had the privilege of working with organizations that empower vulnerable communities, fostering positive change where it’s most needed.
One of my personal dreams has always been to help create an organization in Peru—my mother’s homeland—centered on education and sustainable practices. When I met Miguel and his incredible team, it felt like divine timing.
Our shared vision and values—rooted in a love for people and a
commitment to expanding opportunities—brought us together for a
common mission. I’m thrilled to be part of this journey. Together,
we’re working toward a future where education and sustainability
go hand in hand, uplifting and empowering underserved Peruvian
communities along the way.
Lucy Sliter — Contributor, Arca Beta
Reetta Hentilä
Finnish teacher passionate about global learning, nature, and wellbeing—supporting Arca Beta through educational collaboration.
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My name is Reetta, I’m a teacher from Finland. I am someone who likes to be part of educational projects and gets inspired by different cultures and global learning.
I am especially interested in areas such as nature and the wellbeing of others. During the pandemic, I was talking to Miguel about our global issues, and we decided to do something about it. After several online meetings, I was happy to be part of his educational projects.
I support this organization because it has values that are very
close to my heart, such as the wellbeing of children, global
cooperation, and protecting the environment.
Reetta Hentilä — Teacher & Contributor, Arca Beta
Tonje Christensen
From Norway’s west coast, I support Arca Beta with a strong passion for child welfare, nutrition, and mental wellbeing.
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My name is Tonje Alice, from the west coast of Norway. I’ve worked with child welfare for 15 years and I’m very passionate about nutrition—especially how it affects our mental wellbeing.
I’ve always cared deeply about children, their rights and opportunities, and how our choices as adults and parents affect their development and their future.
While I was speaking with Miguel during the pandemic, his mission
and ambition really resonated with me. I am very excited to support
his efforts going forward and hope the results can be an example
followed by many others.
Tonje Christensen — Contributor, Arca Beta
Soni Yadad
Passionate entrepreneur and explorer, committed to innovation, technology, and purpose-driven projects that create lasting impact.
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Hi, I’m Soni, a passionate entrepreneur and explorer. I’ve worked on several projects and gained invaluable insights into business and innovation.
I’m deeply committed to advancing humanity, science, space, and technology—channeling my energy into meaningful ventures that create a lasting impact.
I’m glad to be part of the Arca Beta organization. Miguel has done
incredible work since its inception, and his vision to support and
uplift the community is truly inspiring. It’s an honor to contribute
to such a purpose-driven initiative.
Soni Yadad — Entrepreneur & Contributor, Arca Beta
PERU CONTRIBUTORS
LOCAL SUPPORT, REAL IMPACT
These contributors from Peru help make Arca Beta’s work possible—supporting school communities with commitment, teamwork, and heart.
Antoni Romani
Top-ranked Chemical Engineering student in Iquitos, focused on innovation, sustainability, and wellbeing for his community.
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I’m a ninth-year Chemical Engineering student at the National University of the Peruvian Amazon (UNAP) in Iquitos. I hold first place on the merit list and serve as President of the SPE UNAP student chapter.
I completed my secondary education at the Loreto High Performance School (COAR), where I developed transferable skills and strengthened my English abilities.
My goals align with the development, education, innovation,
technology, sustainability, and wellbeing of my community.
Antoni Romani — Volunteer
Anny Benito
Passionate about sustainability and community service, supporting Arca Beta initiatives in Iquitos.
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I am Anny Benito, an Environmental Management Engineering student with a strong passion for sustainability and community service. With skills in planning, project management, and teamwork, I am committed to promoting responsible solutions that improve quality of life in communities.
As a volunteer at Arca Beta, my goal is to apply my knowledge to benefit the community of Iquitos, promoting environmental and social development. This experience allows me to contribute innovative solutions for environmental care and strengthen local communities through environmental education and action—supporting Amazon conservation and sustainable resource management.
Anny Benito — Volunteer
Otilia Armas
Educator in Philosophy and Psychopedagogy, committed to development and education as an act of love that transforms realities.
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Teaching and sharing what you’ve learned with others is loving, because education transforms realities. I am an educator with a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and Psychopedagogy, a training that has strengthened my teaching vocation and my commitment to the holistic development of individuals, both within and outside of educational institutions.
Thanks to Miguel and Zulfia, who welcomed me to the NGO Arca Beta, I have reaffirmed my commitment to society. Being part of initiatives that promote change and sustainable development fills me with satisfaction and hope.
I am convinced that every action—no matter how small—counts, because educating and serving are acts of love. My greatest goal is to continue contributing, through my profession and my values, to the construction of a more just, supportive, and humane society.
I currently collaborate with Arca Beta, supporting projects that
combine design and technology to empower people and create new
opportunities through educational and social inclusion.
Otilia Armas — Volunteer
Javier Pérez
Specialized in soil analysis, environmental toxicology, and organic waste, producing organic fertilizers and worm castings.
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My name is Javier Pérez, and I am an Environmental Engineer. My academic training and practical experience have given me a solid foundation of knowledge, with a focus on soil analysis, environmental toxicology, and the management and recovery of organic solid waste.
Throughout my career, I have worked in different roles that have expanded my perspective and strengthened my technical and professional skills.
I am also the founder of EcoAmbiental JAVA, a venture dedicated to
producing organic fertilizers and worm castings. This project
reflects my passion for sustainability and the valorization of
organic waste, promoting ecological agricultural practices that
benefit both the environment and local communities.
Javier Pérez — Volunteer
Ximena Bacigalupo
Nine years of experience in the design and implementation of environmental management and circular economy initiatives, working with the private sector.
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She has led and supported initiatives focused on integrated waste management, the design and implementation of zero-waste-to-landfill programs, carbon footprint measurement and reduction, and resource optimization in organizations across various sectors.
She has experience in developing environmental assessments, defining sustainable roadmaps, and strengthening technical and operational capacities for the adoption of more responsible and efficient practices.
Her work is characterized by a strategic, methodological, and
collaborative approach aimed at generating sustainable changes in
organizations and promoting a culture of environmental and social
responsibility. She has specialized training in GRI, circular
economy, and greenhouse gas management.
Ximena Bacigalupo — Volunteer
Carlos Del Rosario
UX/UI Designer with more than 10 years of experience creating intuitive digital products and supporting Arca Beta projects.
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I’m Carlos Del Rosario, a UX/UI Designer with over 10 years of experience creating intuitive digital products that improve people’s lives. I’ve worked across the banking, telecommunications, and education sectors, building user-centered solutions that balance clarity, accessibility, and strong visual design.
Beyond my professional work, I’m deeply committed to social impact and community development—promoting better education and access to information to support the wellbeing and progress of communities.
I currently collaborate with Arca Beta, supporting projects that
combine design and technology to empower people and create new
opportunities through educational and social inclusion.
Carlos Del Rosario — Volunteer
