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Welcome to MAIA

In the central Guatemalan highlands, amidst captivating landscapes and vibrant cultural traditions, a deeper narrative takes shape:

The journey of the Kaqchikel girls, a powerful story of women's empowerment.

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With education as their tool against adversity, these young Indigenous women are reshaping their futures and uplifting their communities.

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What if we start working with young women before they drop out of school, get married, and have children at a very young age?
What if they could break the cycle of poverty by unlocking the knowledge and skills they already have to be successful - how far can they go?

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In these inspiring stories, the determination of the "Girl Pioneers" shines as a testament to the transformative impact of education, igniting a brighter path to prosperity and change not only for themselves, but also for the next generations of young women.

Join us and be part of the solution!

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Who we are

At MAIA, we maximize and amplify the transformative power of women to create a society of equity and opportunity. 

We are an organization led by Indigenous women for Indigenous girls. Empowering generations of young Indigenous women through an educational model that embraces academics, culture, socioemotional intelligence, personal development, and family engagement. Together, these elements form the bedrock for nurturing a generation of powerful female leaders who will drive transformative change.

Why education for Indigenous girls?

In return

for every $1 invested in girls's rights and education

High school graduates

In Guatemala, 2 of 10 Indigenous girls graduate from high school.

Poverty Index

In Guatemala, 65.9% of Indigenous women and girls live in poverty.

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Early Pregnancies

57% of Indigenous girls will become mothers before they are 20 years old.

Sources: World Bank, UNICEF, UN Women.

 

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Our Impact

  • The MAIA Impact School
  • The Most Significative Change
  • Annual Reports

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MAIA's Strategic Plan 2025-2029

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Transforming Futures: Amelia’s Story

Amelia was shy and reserved, but everything changed when she joined the MAIA Impact School. She broke the cycle and became the first daughter in her family to continue her education and graduate from high school.

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Every year at the MAIA Impact School, we welcome a new generation of Girl Pioneers. It is a transformative journey that changes the trajectory of the future of their lives, families, and the broader community.  

With your investment, these remarkable young women will break cycles of poverty and build a brighter future.