In the rural agrarian community of San Antonio Palopó, a dedicated changemaker is on a mission to uplift youth through education. Mildred, a Maya-Kaqchikel woman and first-generation university graduate, deeply understands her community’s challenges and aspirations. As the Learning Communities Program Coordinator, she is driving a transformative program that puts …
Natün’s Community Health Program prioritizes maternal and infant health in rural Indigenous communities. The voice, ancestral knowledge, and leadership of Comadronas, or Maya midwives, are key to co-creating solutions that transform public health services into welcoming spaces for all. In El Tablón, high in the mountains of Sololá, Comadronas like …
In the rural Indigenous community of Los Morales, a remarkable group of women gather weekly to learn, grow, and transform their lives. The Los Morales Women’s Group, comprised of 14 dedicated members, is a shining example of how centering community voices can lead to profound change. The journey began …
