In Guatemala the poor are getting poorer, and rural Indigenous Maya feel that poverty the most. A failure to create and enforce policies to protect Indigenous peoples has contributed to a culture in which gender-based violence and discrimination are the norm.
There are mothers, children, and teachers who can change this narrative and create sustainable change in their communities. We discover these leaders, develop their potential, and help them deliver sustainable change. With your support, they are transforming their communities.
Mothers equipped with vitamins, knowledge, and skills during pregnancy and the early years of their child’s life set the foundation for their well-being and success.
By training children to lead health campaigns in their schools, they are tackling malnutrition, hunger, and preventable illnesses in their communities. Read about the drinking water campaign.
Teachers trained by a literacy expert and parents encouraged to promote literacy at home ensure children finish primary school literate and prepared to continue their education.
Women develop leadership skills and assume leadership roles in their homes and communities, modeling gender equality for the younger generation. Empowered women prioritize the health and education of their children.Read Silvia's Story
In each of our partner communities, these leaders help to make sure that the community’s and Mil Milagros’ shared goals are met.
Meet the mothers who help implement our Early Childhood Development program and serve as leaders in our partner communities.
![“Our job [as teachers] is becoming more challenging because so many parents have immigrated to the US. Each family has their own situation. But we can support their children.” Read Marvin's story.](https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/5af20fdba3c1db2e250ef334/6081a132958a6d04e62b177b_Marvin-teacher-%20Guatemala.png)
