We visited Dona Matilda and her daughter Sara at their home before school. Matilda’s father was murdered when she was a young girl and she always regretted having to go to work to help support the family rather than to pursue her own education. She is so grateful that she can provide something better for Sara with the help of Adivima. Sara is a bright … Continue reading More student visit photos-Sara

We shared our final reflections of this spirit filled and meaningful time we have shared. Our chalice is a collection of stones from Rio Negro. We focused on the gratitude and inspiration each of us has drawn from our experience. Marvin, the Adivima sub-director who ably arranged our program, brought his two sons to join us for final dinner together. We bid farewell to little … Continue reading Farewell Rabinal

We had an opportunity to meet two of our ADIVIMA scholarship students in class and then go to one of their homes and see a family. Kayla’s family was welcoming and offered us their hospitality while answering questions. They shared their stories and their aspirations – Kayla wants to be a nurse. Without ADIVIMA she would not have this opportunity. We are making a difference … Continue reading Meeting the ADIVIMA Students in Class and with their families.

Up before dawn to hike to the Mayan temple ruins in the hills above Rabinal. Even in their deteriorated state, it was plain to see that this was a significant public space. We saw the “ballfield” where sports were “played”, however the loser was subject to sacrifice. There is a very large plaza space with a sacrificial altar and an architecturally significant well structure. In … Continue reading Kujyub Temple ruins and Rabinal Market

Dancing in the Rabinal colors, Emily beginning our presentation, and Kate with her solar oven. Continue reading Cultural Exchange with ADIVIMA

Kate identified with this figurine. Continue reading Fun pictures from our trip

Here are pictures of hope – this community returned to their home near the Chixoy Dam and with their reparations money have built a two-room schoolhouse and are planning an adventure tourism destination. Continue reading Trip to Rio Negro