Guatemalan women protect cultural identity and promote gender equity through footwear

October 19, 2021

In the Western Highlands of Guatemala, 40 women gathered to practice the ancient art of weaving traditional Maya patterns. Participating in the first session of a three-part workshop series, they were learning a new skill: Weaving these designs into footwear....
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USAID Peacebuilding Project expands coverage in the Western Highlands

October 7, 2021

In late August, authorities from six Guatemalan municipalities signed agreements that seek to resolve conflict and restore peace in Guatemala’s Western Highlands. These new Memoranda of Understanding build on the agreements signed with four departmental governments and four municipal governments in 2019 and 2020.  ...
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