Living in Peru : your everyday companion

by
Ben Jonjak

In a country like Peru, where the paths of the world cross, you find a diverse collection of people who have come for a variety of purposes. Many businesspeople are assigned to this country for whatever reason, and their placement here means they make this country their home and bring their loved ones with them. This phenomenon, in turn, creates a population of talented individuals who are eager to find a way to integrate themselves productively into their new environment. Nexos Initiative was formed precisely to cater to the needs of these people.

Conceived of by Graciela Bareiro in New York city, Nexos Initiative was originally meant as a launchpad for Latina women living in the United States to discover their entrepreneurial spirit. Now, having been relocated to Peru, Nexos has taken on the role of a cultural consultant, with the aim of easing the integration of people from other nations into Peruvian society.

Nexos currently offers: seminars and workshops aimed at helping expatriates integrate themselves to their new society (by learning its language and identifying career and job opportunities in this new country); support for expatriates undergoing the transition and relocation to their new home country (recommendations for doctors, lawyers, or any other professional group that a business or family might require) ; executive coaching in professional and culture exchange; and entrepreneurship.

Above all, the purpose of Nexos Initiative is to encourage social networking so that those who find themselves living in Peru without a structured day might be able to come together and give life to some magnificent project. It also aspires to make already established businesses more fluent with the local customs in order to allow them to provide a better service.

Those who should contact Nexos Initiative are people with long term plans for living in Peru, or anybody else who feels the need to speak to a cultural consultant before initiating their business.

Contact:
Graciela Bareiro, Founder
51-1-997563624
nexosinitiative@gmail.com

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Hello,

I'm interested in starting my own Landscape Architecture Firm in Peru. I've have family who live in Peru but I've been estranged for over 40 years. My dream is to go back and get to know my BirthPlace and culture, as well as start a business.

Thank You,

Jim Del Carpio

As a semi permanent expat since the age of 13, I am very glad to see that someone is taking the initiative to help  new expats not only survive but to thrive in thier experience living in a new country and culture.  It is so enriching and can be downright addictive.  As I said I have lived over half of my life as an expat in different countries including Peru.  This initiative is an excellent way to help the families of business, academica, and diplomatic personnel.  Kudos!

This is a great service-- much appreciated by the expat community.  And Graciela's reputation for providing outstanding services makes it clear that this initiative will provide a lot of value to many people.