"We came to Colombia almost 10 years ago and we're still here. It's because we feel compelled to help in some way. The beauty, warmth and fervor of the Colombian people, together with their devastating social problems, seem to beg us to to get involved no matter what the risk. But it's been a wonderful adventure! We've learned so much, and we can truly say that Colombia has given back to us much more than we have invested in it." --Agustín & Paloma
Music therapist, composer and song writer, instructor of workshops, independent counselor for the Colombian Ministry of Justice (1997-1998), specialist in high-risk populations (prisoners, teen-age drug addicts) He has had 30 years of leadership experience in 5 countries with the
The Family International, a Christian missionary organization dedicated to helping people around the world.
Wife of AgustínTorres, professional musician and music therapist, youth counselor and English teacher. She has 30 years of experience as a missionary with
The Family International organization, actively involved in teaching children and youth, initiating prayer groups, counseling those in crisis, establishing new projects and centers, forming choruses and dance groups, and organizing everyday tasks and outreach endeavors. Her working and living experience in Europe, North Africa, and South America have given her ample knowledge of human behavior, cultural and religious differences. She speaks 4 languages, plays several musical instruments and considers her main calling in life to share what she’s learned in these areas with others who have had less opportunities and wish to benefit from her help.
She participated directly and indirectly with all of the projects carried out by Agustín Torres, and helped to elaborate Healing Colombia’s official course of music therapy workshops, and open forums carried out in its youth programs.
Perspectives for peace may exist, but we must fight for it to become a reality. --Martin Luther King Jr.
