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Our use of X: an update

Date posted: 27th September, 2024

In recent years, particularly following Musk’s take over, X (aka twitter) has become less useful platform to have conversations about current events, share messages and mobilise people to act for change. It's time to #StopBeingComplicit. For the best following experience, please follow us on Bluesky.

Guatemala Latin America News

Guatemala in Focus: navigating food sovereignty and health in the western highlands

Date posted: 2nd July, 2024

For Indigenous Maya communities living in the dry highlands of Guatemala, water has always been an invaluable resource, traditionally revered through ceremonies and careful usage. However, as accessibility has improved, and with it the quality of daily life, convenience has diminished the traditional way of thinking about this precious resource. While some traditions endure, many aspects of life in Indigenous Maya communities are changing—for better or for worse. Navigating these changes means also exploring issues such as food sovereignty, as the right for people to define their own food systems becomes more critical amidst shifting lifestyles, health and beliefs.

Guatemala Latin America News

Greetings from Guatemala

Date posted: 19th June, 2024

Health Poverty Action has been working with Indigenous Maya communities in Guatemala since 1995. Our team in Guatemala shares their perspectives on their country, their communities, the challenges people are facing and the work they’re doing to help people build healthier more prosperous lives together.