The first time Ayanna Releford visited Guatemala, she came as a tourist. The experience left a lasting impression—and when she […]
More Than a Volunteer Experience: Supporting Education in Guatemala Read More »
Dear Friends, I hope this finds you well! I am writing to share an important organisational update for Natün. Over
An important update from Natün’s former Co-Executive Director: Elena Wason Read More »
In the communities with which Natün partners with, Indigenous women possess knowledge, skills, and experiences that are integral to their
Building Stronger Indigenous Artisan Businesses Through Practical Tools Read More »
In El Tablón, a rural community in Guatemala, Elena is someone families turn to in moments of care, uncertainty, and
A Tradition of Care, Passed from Generation to Generation Read More »
In many Maya communities, women are finding new opportunities to invest in wellbeing as both mothers and individuals. They care
Two mothers, one shared commitment to family wellbeing Read More »
What does it mean to build a better future? For Heidy, it means creating economic stability for her family while
Creating Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship: Heidy’s Journey Read More »
Each day, Ana spends nearly six hours at her loom, weaving huipiles—traditional handwoven blouses that reflect generations of Maya artistry
From Mother to Daughter: The Tradition Ana Continues Through Weaving Read More »
We’d like to introduce you to Justien Heideman, an intern from TU Delft in the Netherlands currently pursuing a Master’s
Design, Culture, and Community: Reflections from an Internship at Natün Read More »
One year ago, Ana Cumatz joined Natün with great enthusiasm and commitment. As a Maya Kaqchikel woman and a leader
Natün’s Co-Executive Director of Programs Reflects on a Year of Community-Led Leadership Read More »
In the Guatemalan highlands of Sololá, Gabriel, Vice President of the community water committee in Caserío Progreso Xajaxac, stands at
The Next Five Years Begin Here: Community Leadership for Lasting Change Read More »
Recognizing and Promoting Indigenous Rights in Guatemala: A Conversation with Juan Cúmes The rights of Indigenous peoples in Guatemala are
Recognizing and Promoting Indigenous Rights in Guatemala: A Conversation with Juan Cúmes Read More »
At Natün, Indigenous rights are woven through all our programs—they are the foundation guiding every action we take. Through programs
Rooted in Rights: Natün’s Ongoing Commitment to Indigenous Communities Read More »
