Nuya'

Nuya' fosters Indigenous women’s leadership through training and implementation of life-changing community programs in rural Guatemala. Mil Milagros is dedicated to supporting Indigenous Maya leaders in Santa Lucía Utatlán, Sololá, Guatemala as they build stronger, healthier communities through innovative programs in leadership, education, health and hygiene, and early childhood development. We believe that when children and families in rural Guatemala have access to parenting and early childhood support, clean water, quality education, nutritious food, when they can make informed decisions about their health and rely on consistent, dedicated local leaders—whole communities can thrive. The populations we serve are often burdened by the multidimensional causes and effects of extreme poverty: historical discrimination and structural inequality, lack of access to basic social services and education, malnutrition and illness. We believe that when parents, children, and teachers are given the resources, training, and opportunity to create change, they can lead their communities toward a brighter future. Our mission is to identify, train, and provide opportunities for these leaders to create lasting change through programs that improve quality of life in the communities where they live. Mil Milagros is committed to the dignity and agency of the historically marginalized Indigenous Maya and guided by the evolving needs of their communities in Santa Lucía. The majority of our staff are Indigenous leaders who live in these same communities, and we strive to provide resources, knowledge, and training as they respond to those needs and make changes that benefit their own communities long-term. We prioritize their leadership, capacity, and professional growth in everything we do. To learn more about our programs, our approach, and about getting involved, visit our website at www.milmilagros.org.