Guatemala

Country Context

Guatemala's indigenous populations experience significant disparities in access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities, compounded by geographic isolation and cultural barriers.

Our Impact

Bilingual education centers serve 8,000 indigenous students through solar-powered facilities that combine digital learning tools with cultural content. This approach has improved educational outcomes by 40% while preserving traditional knowledge and languages for future generations.

Healthcare access has been transformed through the training of 300 indigenous women as healthcare providers using solar-powered medical technology. These practitioners serve their communities in culturally appropriate ways, increasing healthcare utilization by 50% while respecting traditional healing practices.

Indigenous-owned businesses have flourished with solar-powered processing equipment that increases product value and market access. Textile cooperatives and agricultural enterprises successfully combine traditional techniques with modern solar technology to create sustainable livelihoods that honor cultural heritage while embracing innovation.