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Education, crop diversificat ion and food security for Q'eqchi' communities in Fray Bartolom de las Casas, Alta Verapaz Asociacin de Mujeres Adelina Caal Maqun (ACM), an organization of Mayan women, will work with residents of 20 Q'eqchi' communities to diversify crops, protect natural resources, develop a more reliable food supply and launch a farmers' market. Forty students will attend ACM's junior high school where they will study academic subjects as well as agricultural practices that they will teach to ACM's members. . The work will benefit 680 indigenous Q'eqchi' directly and another 300 indirectly.
Peasant Productivity Promotion Through Organic Agriculture (Loroco) CODECA will build the necessary infrastructure and train 160 families from Suchitepquez to produce loroco, a wild vine native to Central America that produces edible flower clusters, to market in Guatemala City, Mazatenango and, eventually, El Salvador. (GT-300)
Strengthening the administrative and financial capacities of ARG Asociacin de Retornados Guatemaltecos (ARG). ARG will develop a strategic plan for the next five years its efforts at easing the transition of migrants who return to Guatemala. Goals include an expanded membership; the acquisition of skills in administration, negotiation and fundraising; and the organization's engagement with the municipality of Guatemala City and the Guatemalan Secretara del Migrante toward long-term partnerships. The planning process, training and outreach will involve 14 Guatemalans and benefit another 500.
The project proposes to increase the influence of the National Movement of Q`anil Tinamit Victims (MNV) in the exercise of their social, political and economic rights. Victims of Guatemalas protracted civil conflict from the departments of Quich, Huehuetenango, Chimaltenango, and Alta and Baja Verapaz, continue to contend with poor socio-economic conditions, discrimination, and underinvestment in basic social SERVICES At the IAF, we support community-led solutions to enhance peace and security in Guatemala. Our grantee partner, Asociacin Centro Internacional para Investigaciones en Derechos Humanos (CIIDH), strengthens the capacity of the Movimiento Nacional de Vctimas Qanil Tinamit, the Guatemalan victims movement, to protect victims rights and advocate for their needs at a national level. CIIDH is assessing the socioeconomic conditions of victims and, based on their findings, providing rights-based training and technical assistance to strengthen their local committees.
Agriculture/Training Grant MBYL will work with community radio stations to develop better programming; to improve technical skills that enable member-stations to promote awareness of the rights of indigenous Guatemalans; and to inform the public of the need for a regulatory framework conducive to the operation of community stations. The project will involve 60 radio technicians and should reach 66,000 listeners.
Indigenous communicators building citizenship in community media. Young people in Guatemala often face pressure to leave their homeland due to violence, social exclusion, and the lack of economic opportunities. Asociacin Sobrevivencia Cultural (ASC) provides opportunities to indigenous people living in difficult circumstances, especially women and young people, to highlight, encourage and communicate the contribution of women to the development of their communities. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions to strengthen democratic governance in Guatemala. ASCs activities support excluded communities so they can improve their living conditions and participate fully in their nations political, economic and social life. This grant is part of our broader initiative to support economic prosperity, security, and democratic governance consistent with the U.S. Strategy for Engagement in Central America.
"Theobroma Cacao" Communities Cocoa Production in Maya Q'eqchi ' PROPETEN will work with three Q'eqchi' communities in the municipalities of Poptn and San Luis, Petn, to formalize their operational structure and will provide selected farmers technical assistance with growing and selling cacao. (GT- 304)
Strengthening capacities and skills of adolescent girls from 24 groups in 12 communities in the municipality of Chisec. Young indigenous women in rural Guatemala rarely have opportunities to develop skills that enable them to fully contribute to the development of their communities. Organizacin No Gubernamental NALEBAK ONG (NALEBAK) provides opportunities to indigenous people, especially women and young people, to increase their participation in civil society and contribute to community development and local governance. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions to fortify governance in Guatemala. NALEBAKs grant activities strengthen excluded communities so they can improve their living conditions and participate equally in their nations political, economic and social life. This grant is part of our broader initiative to support economic prosperity, democracy and governance consistent with the U.S. Strategy for Engagement in Central America.
Comprehensive Accompaniment To Persons With Disabilities And Family Members In San Lucas Tolimn And Aledaas Communities People with disabilities in southwestern Guatemala, especially women, children, and indigenous peoples, face barriers to participating in their community's educational, recreational, and civic opportunities. Part of the problem is one of informationpeople with disabilities and their caretakers are not aware of their rights; public services providers are not aware of their responsibilities. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions that promote social and economic inclusion through increased civic engagement. Our grantee partner, the Asociacin de Padres y Amigos de Personas con Discapacidad de San Lucas Tolimn, Solol (ASOPADIS), is raising awareness among local officials of the rights of people with disabilities and training parents, school officials, and healthcare providers on how to better meet their needs. This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America
Resilience and disaster risk management in the Ixil region (Quich, Guatemala) Extreme weather and accelerating natural disasters are affecting the region's most vulnerable places. These environmental challenges are pushing organizations to learn and adapt. The IAF supports community-based organizations to respond to medium and long-term priorities of communities affected by hurricanes, earthquakes, and other natural disasters. Our grantee Asociacin de Asentamientos Unidos del rea Ixil (ASAUNIXIL) in Quich, Guatemala, is supporting disaster recovery and resilience efforts at the grassroots level. It will support community resilience among Indigenous farming families impacted by recent hurricanes through small economic initiatives like seedling nurseries, organic fertilizer production, and family gardens, in addition to training youth and women promoters to provide psychosocial support in communities affected by disasters. It will also build capacity among local committees for disaster preparedness and engage with municipal authorities to enhance disaster response planning.This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America through disaster recovery and resilience. It is one of a cohort of grants funded through the Partnership for Disaster Recovery and Resilience, which makes strategic investments that strengthen the capacity for action of local grassroots organizations in Central America and southern Mexico.
Civic engagement of Mayan women in Guatemala Indigenous women in Guatemala have limited access to participate in the country's civic life. MolojKino'jib'alMayib' Ixoqib' (MOLOJ) works to raise awareness about the importance of including indigenous women in leadership positions within local and national governments as well as in civil society organizations. At the IAF we support community-led solutions to strengthen governance in Guatemala. MOLOJ's activities strengthen communities through education and training and build peer-to-peer learning and action networks.This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America.
Strengthening and expanding the productive capacity of COINPU R.L Rural, Indigenous Guatemalan farmers are confronted with longer dry seasons and stronger storms in the rainy season, leading to failed crops and difficulties in feeding their families and growing food for the market. Indigenous women in particular often lack opportunities for business and agricultural training that can improve their family's income. The IAF supports community-led solutions to promote sustainable agriculture, crop diversification, and economic opportunity. IAF grantee partner Cooperativa Integral de Produccin 'Pueblo Unido', RL (COINPU) is promoting crop diversification with Indigenous farmers, particularly women and young people, by expanding the market for oyster mushrooms. COINPU will offer training to associated producers and expand their sales of mushrooms and mushroom seeds through a network of more than 100 producers. These efforts will support sustainable agricultural practices and improve food security, while expanding enterprise development and job skills among Indigenous people.
Education, crop diversification and food security for Q`eqchi` communities in Fray Bartolom de las Casas, Alta Verapaz Young women in the municipality of Fray Bartolome de las Casas in Alta Verapaz have very limited educational opportunities and their families often face shortages of food supply. Asociacin de Mujeres Adelina Caal Maqun (ACM) runs a community high school and provides technical assistance to develop skills in diversifying crops and protecting natural resources. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity in Guatemala. ACM's activities promote smallholder agriculture and food production to enhance food security and ensure meaningful opportunities for communities to thrive. This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America.
Achieving Sustainability for Rxiin Tnamet RXIIN staff, board members and clients will work together to develop a plan to expand RXIIN's infrastructure and attain financial self- sufficiency so that the Tzutujil community of the Santiago Atitln area can continue to rely on the organization for health services. The work will benefit 30 individuals directly and another 2,000 indirectly.
Community-based natural resources management in the western highlands of Guatemala In the western highlands of Guatemala, farmers often face shortages of food supply and degradation of their natural resources. Asociaci?n de Forester?a Comunitaria de Guatemala Ut'z Che' (UTZCHE) encourages sustainable farming practices and natural resource management and works to strengthen the technical capacities of its member community organizations. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity in Guatemala. UTZCHE's activities promote smallholder agriculture and food production to enhance food security and ensure meaningful opportunities for communities to thrive. This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America.
Education, crop diversification and food security for Q`eqchi` communities in Fray Bartolom de las Casas, Alta Verapaz Young women in the municipality of Fray Bartolome de las Casas in Alta Verapaz have very limited educational opportunities and their families often face shortages of food supply. Asociacin de Mujeres Adelina Caal Maqun (ACM) runs a community high school and provides technical assistance to develop skills in diversifying crops and protecting natural resources. At the IAF we support community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity in Guatemala. ACM's activities promote smallholder agriculture and food production to enhance food security and ensure meaningful opportunities for communities to thrive... ..This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America. Young women in the municipality of Fray Bartolome de las Casas in Alta Verapaz have very limited educational opportunities and their families often face shortages of food supply. Asociacin de Mujeres Adelina Caal Maqun (ACM) runs a community high school and provides technical assistance to develop skills in diversifying crops and protecting natural resources. At the IAF we support community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity in Guatemala. ACM's activities promote smallholder agriculture and food production to enhance food security and ensure meaningful opportunities for communities to thrive... ..This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America. Young women in the municipality of Fray Bartolome de las Casas in Alta Verapaz have very limited educational opportunities and their families often face shortages of food supply. Asociacin de Mujeres Adelina Caal Maqun (ACM) runs a community high school and provides technical assistance to develop skills in diversifying crops and protecting natural resources. At the IAF we support community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity in Guatemala. ACM's activities promote smallholder agriculture and food production to enhance foo
Strengthening the administrative and financial capacities of ARG Asociacin de Retornados Guatemaltecos (ARG) will develop a strategic plan for the next five years its efforts at easing the transition of migrants who return to Guatemala. Goals include an expanded membership; the acquisition of skills in administration, negotiation and fundraising; and the organization's engagement with the municipality of Guatemala City and the Guatemalan Secretara del Migrante toward long-term partnerships. The planning process, training and outreach will involve 14 Guatemalans and benefit another 500.
Combating climate change through avoiding deforestation and land tenure Q'eqchi's indigenous communities in Guatemala. Sa Qa Chol Nimla K'aleb'aal (SANK) will work in 100 communities in the municipalities of Chisec and Raxuh, in Alta Verapaz, to conform the possession and ownership of land to Q'eqchi'tradition; to raise awareness of environmental degradation; and to train farmers in the advantages of crop diversification and the risks associated with monocroping and the overuse of pesticides.
Crop diversification to improve livelihoods in six Q'eqchi' communities in southern Petn Coordinadora de Asociaciones Campesinas Agropecuarias de Petn (COACAP) will work with 100 indigenous Q'eqchi' families in southern Petn to diversify crops toward the development of a more reliable food supply so that they remain on their land and in their community. The grant is expected to benefit another 500 Q'eqchi' families indirectly. Training for staff should improve COACAP as an organization.
Agriculture/Food Production Grant COACAP will work with 100 indigenous Qeqchi families in southern Petn to diversify crops toward the development of a more reliable food supply so that they remain on their land and in their community. The grant is expected to benefit another 500 Qeqchi families indirectly. Training for staff should improve COACAP as an organization.
Recovery and legalization of ancestral lands of Q`eqchi`s communities Farmers in the community of Se'konon in Alta Verapaz lack clear ownership of their land and face food insecurity. Asociacin de Abogados y Notarios Mayas de Guatemala (AANMG) works with farmers to increase food by developing skills in crop diversification and in obtaining clear land titles. At the IAF we support community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity in Guatemala. AANMG's activities assist civil society groups to propel their own development and defend their rights. This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America.
Promoting income generation through birding tourism in Lake Atitlan The department of Solol in the western highlands of Guatemala is home to beautiful Lake Atitln, three rugged volcanoes that flank it, and colorful indigenous textiles that support a thriving tourism industry. Despite this, Solol contains the country's second highest level of poverty, which is manifested by the high number of people who leave the area in search of better livelihoods. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions that expand economic opportunity and provide productive alternatives to irregular migration. Our grantee partner, Asociacin Vivamos Mejor (AVM), works in communities around Lake Atitln to provide young adults with the skills they need to capitalize on the growing international interest in birding, become birding guides, and generate much-needed income for their households. Through training and environmental education, AVM is also raising awareness about the importance of environmental conservation and stewardship.This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America.
Project Xeel: Defending Communal Land of the Maya Q'eqchi' in Petn ACDIP will inform residents of 150 communities in the department of Petn of the benefits and risks of current programs to clear title to land and will introduce methods to manage land that are consistent with indigenous practices. It will develop educational materials in Spanish and Q'eqchi'for the residents, government officials and international donors.
Education, crop diversification and food security for Q`eqchi` communities in Fray Bartolom de las Casas, Alta Verapaz Asociacin de Mujeres Adelina Caal Maqun (ACM) an organization of Mayan women will work with residents of 20 Q'eqchi' communities to diversify crops protect natural resources develop a more reliable food supply and launch a farmers' market. Forty students will attend ACM's junior high school where they will study academic subjects as well as agricultural practices that they will teach to ACM's members. . The work will benefit 680 indigenous Q'eqchi' directly and another 300 indirectly. (GT-323)..
Production, commercialization, incidence and promotion of organic agriculture for smallproducers in the central highlands of Guatemala Farming families in the community of San Juan Comalapa, Guatemala, are struggling: soil degradation and adverse weather are further squeezing their chances of profitably living off agriculture. At the IAF, we are committed to community-led solutions that improve food security and expand economic opportunity through sustainable smallholder agriculture. Our grantee partner, Asociacin de Productores Comalapenses (ASPROC), helps smallholder farmers meet these challenges through a combination of training, technical assistance, farmer-to-farmer exchanges, and access to inputs and technologies to strengthen their production. With IAF support, ASPROC is consolidating gains in sustainable agriculture, increasing income, improving quality of life, and reducing the drivers of irregular migration. This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America.
Asociacin Civil Colectivo para la Participacin de la Infancia y Juventud With the economic and social instability caused by COVID-19 across the region, the incidence of gender-based violence (GBV) is growing while resources to support survivors are diminishing. At the IAF, we support community-led approaches to civic engagement and human rights. Our grantee partner Asociacin Civil Colectivo para la Participacin de la Infancia y Juventud (COPIJ) will form community groups to provide women psychosocial and legal accompaniment in two departments of eastern Guatemala. COPIJ will comprehensively address the factors that keep women from seeking legal recourse against violent family members and improve women's access to public services. This will increase the likelihood that women will report GBV to law enforcement and receive support and accompaniment from their community and public institutions. This grant is part of the IAF's Women INvesting in Growth and Security (WINGS) initiative to empower women as business and community leaders and part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America.
Recovery of basic grain producing areas and adaptation to climate change of the Ch`orti `population Farming families in eastern Guatemala are extremely vulnerable to drought and food shortage. The Asociacin Regional Campesina Chort (ASORECH) coordinates with families throughout the region to provide them with training on improved agricultural techniques, native seed banks, medicinal plants and small animal husbandry. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity in Guatemala. ASORECHs activities promote smallholder agriculture and food production to enhance food security and ensure meaningful opportunities for communities to thrive. This grant is part of our broader initiative to support economic prosperity, democracy and governance consistent with the U.S. Strategy for Engagement in Central America..
Building new leaders and promoting citizenship from the base Latin America has the highest rates of economic exclusion and violence against the LGBTI community in the world especially in Central America and nongovernmental organizations in the region are reporting more LGBTI migrants fleeing El Salvador Guatemala and Honduras in search of safer living conditions. Asociacin Lambda (LAMBDA) will help improve the livelihoods of young LGBTI people through support to four incipient grassroots groups from the departments of Izabal Jalapa Quetzaltenango and San Marcos by providing training on management governance leadership and entrepreneurship. These groups with support from LAMBDA will develop strategies for including the LGBTI community in the broader economic and democratic life of their respective departments. Specifically LAMBDA will coordinate three public events to discuss the state of affairs of the LGBTI population in the countryside and will also manage a sub-grant fund to create eight microenterprises. This grant is part of a broader IAF initiative focused on supporting economic prosperity democracy and governance consistent with the U.S. Strategy for Engagement in Central America. Grant activities will benefit 100 people directly and approximately 500 indirectly.
Strengthening the management of sustainable tourism in the community of Carmelita Residents of the community of Carmelita obtain their income from running their ecotourism enterprise but needs investment to update and expand the infrastructure, as well as to polish customer service skills. Cooperativa Integral de Comercializacin Carmelita (CARMELITA) enhances earning potential for its members through local ecotourism and works to improve sustainable business practices based on experience from similar community-based businesses. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity in Guatemala. CARMELITA's activities strengthen communities through education and training and build peer-to-peer learning and action networks. This grant is part of the IAF's efforts to address the root causes of irregular migration in Central America.
Youth Development Program ADESJU will offer training to some 1,000 young indigenous Mayan Guatemalans in 35 affiliated community-based youth groups. Training sessions will be focused on developing life skills in order to provide youth with tools to allow their communities to prosper. ADESJU expects to demonstrate to municipal and national authorities, as well as to the international development community, that locally-led initiatives can decrease the number of young people who join gangs, abuse alcohol and drugs, drop out of school and migrate to Mexico or the United States.