Defend Children's Health in Peru
Organization information
Asociacion Interamericana Para La Defensa Del Ambiente (AIDA)
Location: Mexico City, Mexico
Summary
Nearly all the children in La Oroya, Peru have high concentrations of heavy metals in their blood. Many residents suffer from chronic lung illnesses. A metal smelter has contaminated the air, soil, and water of this Andean city since 1922. AIDA is providing free legal advocacy to help the community hold the government accountable for the health impacts and environmental damage. After nearly two decades, the case is headed to an international court.
Project locations
Peru