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Maximize and amplify the transformative power of women 

MAIA’s Strategic Plan 2025-2029

At MAIA, we constantly innovate and adapt to the changes the world requires. Through a collaborative design process that brought together a diverse range of voices— our staff, the board of directors, Girl Pioneers and their families, allies, partners, and donors— we have created our Strategic Plan 2025-2029. 

This new Strategic Plan 2025-2029 clearly outlines our strategies for achieving long-term impact and systemic change in the communities we serve.

“This new strategic plan reflects our passion for service and our dream of changing and redefining the history of women in our communities, generating an infinite impact. We know that we cannot achieve this vision alone. MAIA’s journey has always been powered by the collective efforts of our Girl Pioneers, staff, families, partners, donors, and allies. Together, we are proving that systemic change is possible when we combine our strengths and resources.”

Andrea Coché, CEO of MAIA

Our vision and mission statement

In this new stage of MAIA, our mission is to maximize and amplify the transformative power of women. Our vision is to create a society with equity and opportunity.

A female leadership model

At MAIA, we believe that women and girls are the solution to creating a better world. That is why we remain girl- and women-centered, and steadfast in our commitment to empowering and giving Indigenous girls access to education—unlocking their potential to lead choice-filled lives and transform their communities.

Over the next five years, we will also invest in the organizational culture, structures, systems, and resources needed to sustain our core work and become one of the best institutions to work at in Guatemala. 

We will formalize and expand our model to enhance staff leadership and strengthen our work as accelerators of underrepresented female leadership. Our impact already extends to Girl Pioneers and their families, and over the next five years, it will also extend to our staff members who have founded, led, and joined mission-driven organizations across Guatemala, showcasing the broader influence of our model. 

 “As an Indigenous woman who works at MAIA, this plan represents an opportunity to empower ourselves and pushes us to go beyond, demonstrating our high capabilities. As an Indigenous social scientist from a rural community, I am very satisfied to contribute to MAIA by ensuring the existence of data, analysis, and dissemination of the impact achieved, as this is a key pillar of the new Strategic Plan. Only in this way can we know that the Strategic Plan is maximizing the potential of women.”

Mayra Choc, Technical Coordinator of Monitoring and Evaluation

Join us in this next chapter — be part of a movement that ensures every Indigenous woman and girl can live a choice-filled life and lead lasting change in her community. Together, we can amplify the infinite impact of our model.

Read our Strategic Plan 2025-2029 HERE!

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Leadership Transition at MAIA

Empowering Indigenous women to thrive

At MAIA our mission asks us to contemplate: With the right support and example, how far can she go? We often say, “If she can see it, she can be it,” and we ensure that the Girl Pioneers have multiple examples of Indigenous women women who come from the same context as they doleading the way.

As an organization, we nurture and cultivate female talent with intentionality so that our transformative impact ripples beyond the Impact School, creating waves in the broader community, the country, and the world, and setting the stage for systemic change.
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Lidia Oxí, creating a rippling effect beyond MAIA

It is with that ethos in mind that we want to share that after seven years at MAIA, Martha Lidia Oxí Chuy, who is currently Co-Executive Director – External Relations, will be leaving to run the first Guatemala-based arm of the organization, World Connect. Lidia has earned this opportunity through her hard work, ambition, and fearless pursuit of change. As a director at World Connect, she will be in charge of allocating funds to grassroots organizations across the Guatemalan Highlands, quite literally creating a rippling impact in Indigenous communities. 

We are extremely proud of Lidia for taking on this challenge and continuing to model for the Girl Pioneers the breadth of what is achievable for their futures. While we celebrate Lidia and her bold new trajectory, we are also sad to say goodbye. Luckily, we are thrilled to announce that she has accepted the unanimous vote of the MAIA Board of Directors to join the Board as a director emeritus. Her experience, knowledge, and personal connections will continue to benefit us even as she shifts her professional responsibilities.

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With Lidia’s departure from her current position, Andrea Coché, current Co-Executive Director – Direct Services –  will become MAIA’s Chief Executive Officer, streamlining the current co-leader structure. 

Andrea has been part of MAIA since 2012, and our organization is strong and thriving under her leadership. She has modeled “pioneering” in a multitude of ways during her tenure and welcomes this new opportunity to manage all aspects of the organization. Andrea is ideally suited to this role, our Board of Directors, allies and everyone at MAIA, have complete confidence in her ability to lead us in this next phase of organizational evolution.

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This transition for both Lidia and Andrea demonstrates—again and unequivocally—what it is to be a female Indigenous leader and just how far they can go.

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Girls’ vision for the future

Celebrating MAIA Girl Pioneers on the International Day of the Girl

Today, October 11th, we join the global celebration of the International Day of the Girl, honoring the potential and vision of girls everywhere. This year’s theme, “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” highlights the bold dreams and aspirations that young women are shaping for themselves, their communities, and the world.

At MAIA, we witness the transformational power of education and empowerment firsthand through the Girl Pioneer graduates, who are charting bold new trajectories in higher education, professional careers, and social activism. Their stories demonstrate what can happen when young women are given the tools and opportunities to lead. As we celebrate this day, we are proud to share the inspiring journeys of Azucely, Yesenia, and Ana Miriam, three Maya Kaqchikel young women from Sololá, Guatemala, and Girl Pioneer graduates whose futures are as bright as their visions.

Azucely: A Journey of Advocacy and Empowerment

Azucely has just embarked on an exciting academic journey as a first-year student at the University of Minnesota, thanks to the SHE-CAN scholarship. With aspirations of studying International Relations, Azucely is committed to leveraging her education to advocate for human rights and social justice. Raised in a small community surrounded by nature and rich traditions, she learned early on about the challenges many women face in accessing education. Now, as she navigates her first year at university, Azucely reflects on the weight of her aspirations.

I feel a sense of social responsibility, and while it can be overwhelming, I know I have a purpose that I must pursue. I want to be a voice for change, showing that education is not just a privilege but a right that should be accessible to all women.

Azucely, MAIA Girl Pioneer Graduate
Throughout this journey, Azucely recognizes the importance of her support network, which includes educators, mentors, and peers at MAIA, along with family and friends, all of whom have contributed to her academic and professional development. Her journey is not just about personal success; it is a testament to the power of education in creating a more equitable world for future generations. Now, as she embarks on this new chapter, Azucely’s vision for the future is becoming a reality.

Yesenia: A Journey of Growth and Resilience

Yesenia has transformed her journey from feeling uncertain about her future to embracing a path of growth and empowerment. In 2023, she completed her internship at Intercop RL as a management assistant and is currently thriving in the same role.

After graduation, Yesenia felt hesitant and unsure of her next steps. However, the support and unique training she received from MAIA’s staff through the Launch Year program played a pivotal role in her transformation. Through workshops and hands-on experiences, Yesenia gained confidence in her abilities and realized the potential she had to succeed.

But that is not all of her story. Yesenia is also pursuing a degree in business administration, where she applies her skills and fosters critical thinking, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

My goal is to prepare myself professionally to help society and prove that we can achieve our dreams with determination and resilience. Every day, I strive to overcome challenges in my studies and work. I feel grateful for the support of my parents and especially MAIA, which has helped me recognize my abilities through various courses. I aspire to empower more girls to reach their goals just as I have.

Yesenia, MAIA Girl Pioneer Graduate

Her journey is a powerful reminder that with determination and support, anything is possible.

Ana Miriam: A Journey of Resilience and Empowerment

Ana Miriam has overcome countless challenges with courage and resilience. In 2023, she won a full scholarship through the AFS Exchange Programs and completed her senior year of high school in Ontario, Canada—an opportunity she had dreamed of since she was a little girl.

Though adjusting to life in Canada was challenging due to language barriers, Ana Miriam persevered. She improved her academic performance, shared her Guatemalan culture with classmates, and delivered a speech on The Power of Language, which earned the admiration of her peers. 

Today, Ana Miriam is back in Guatemala, working at Cemaco in Quetzaltenango through the Guatemala government’s Beca Mi Primer Empleo (My First Job Scholarship).

I am a woman with a strong desire to care for others and create a more transparent world. I want to motivate the new generations to become agents of change in their communities and countries.

Ana Miriam, MAIA Girl Pioneer Graduate
Read more about Ana Miriam’s journey here!

The stories of Azucely, Yesenia, and Ana Miriam are powerful testaments to what is possible when girls have access to education, mentorship, and the opportunities they deserve. They are not just dreaming of a better future—they are building it. Their visions extend far beyond personal success; they are shaping a more equitable, inclusive world for everyone.

As we celebrate the International Day of the Girl, we are reminded that investing in girls’ education is investing in the future. These Girl Pioneers prove that when we empower young women, we unlock their potential to transform their own lives and the lives of others.

Let’s continue celebrating and supporting these bold trailblazers who are creating a brighter future for all.

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Transforming Futures: Amelia's Story

From the MAIA Launch Program to Leader of Tomorrow

According to national statistics, Guatemala is home to 4 million Indigenous women, 48% of whom cannot read or write, and fewer than 20% graduate from secondary school. MAIA Girl Pioneers are changing this reality, leading a transformational shift to break cycles of poverty, discrimination, and injustice through education and empowerment.

We nurture the talent of young women to become a generation of leaders who impact their families, communities, the country, and the world. Our unique empowerment model integrates quality education, socioemotional support, and family involvement. 

A key component of this model is the Launch Program, which provides vocational orientation, university preparation, workplace-readiness training, and paid internship experiences. We partner with local, national, and international allies to equip Girl Pioneers with the skills and opportunities they need to succeed.

Amelia’s Story

Amelia is a young Maya Kaqchikel woman, a MAIA Girl Pioneer graduate, and is currently in the Launch Program. She faced the possibility of not continuing her studies after primary school. In her community, many young women do not pursue education due to societal pressures and a lack of opportunities. Few have the power to decide their own future.

“I knew many girls hadn’t even studied because they were women,” shares Amelia. 

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.

With the tools and opportunities provided by the MAIA Impact School, Amelia underwent a significant transformation. She began actively participating inside and outside the classroom, developed critical-thinking skills, and discovered her empowered voice. She learned to be strong and self-confident, which helped her make good decisions and pursue her dream of furthering her education.

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Today, Amelia is studying architecture at San Carlos University in Guatemala and has a very clear vision of what her future looks like in five years.

My dreams haven’t changed, but they have evolved and grown as I’ve become more confident. In 5 years, I see myself as a woman with more knowledge and professional skills, in the process of graduating from university. As an architect, I see myself contributing to my community through social projects. I am thrilled that more young women are studying at MAIA, and they motivate me to continue pursuing my dreams as I see myself reflected in them. I wish to inspire many more young women to know the power of their words and voices and be what they dream and decide.

Amelia, MAIA Girl Pioneer Graduate

Amelia’s story is a testament to the power of opportunity. When a girl has access to education and becomes empowered to empower, she will redefine her trajectory and become a catalyst for progress. 

At MAIA, we envision a world where every woman has the opportunity to reach her full potential, is empowered to empower others, and ignites a positive change. By supporting young girls’ aspirations and dreams and developing their empowered voices, we build a better world for all.

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Empowering Girl Pioneers to reach their full potential

Socioemotional Mentorship and Family Engagement at MAIA

At MAIA, education goes beyond the confines of traditional academics. In a country where 57% of Indigenous girls face early marriage or motherhood before 18, our commitment extends to nurturing the holistic development of every Girl Pioneer who embarks on her bold new trajectory at the MAIA Impact School.

Socioemotional intelligence helps all people thrive personally and academically, develop and maintain positive relationships, become lifelong learners, and contribute to a more caring, just world for all.

The Socioemotional Mentorship and Family Engagement Program is central to MAIA’s educational model. It is a unique initiative designed to empower Indigenous girls to reach their full potential.

Personal Development and Empowerment

MAIA’s dedicated mentors offer both individual and group sessions. In 2023 alone, they provided nearly a thousand hours of socioemotional education covering various topics.

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Our mentors provide a safe space for Girl Pioneers to explore their identity and grow—from goal setting to sexual and reproductive health, emotional well-being and leadership skills. Through these sessions, they learn to use their voices confidently and navigate the complexities of their lives.

Building Strong Support Systems

In addition to personal development, building a robust support system is crucial for Girl Pioneers’ success. That’s why our program includes monthly home visits and family engagement activities. By involving families in the educational process, we create a network of support that extends beyond the school walls. Together, we work towards the empowerment of not just the girls, but also their families.

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Empowering Indigenous Girls: A Conversation with Silvia Naz

Silvia Naz, the Leadership and Reproductive Health Coordinator, leads weekly vocal empowerment classes and sessions on leadership and reproductive health. She works directly with Girl Pioneers on topics of gender rights and developing safety plans. 

Silvia also provides individual mentorship and education sessions for Girl Pioneers who request additional socioemotional and reproductive health support.

Q: Why focus on comprehensive health and leadership topics?
A: I think it’s very important to address topics like comprehensive health and leadership. They are often overlooked, but crucial for navigating daily life.

Q: What challenges do you face when addressing these topics with Girl Pioneers? 
A: There are several challenges at each grade level. Generally, topics may not be discussed at home, leading to misinformation due to limited access to information sources. There may also be shyness or limited participation due to cultural norms.

Q: What transformations have you noticed in the Girl Pioneers?
A: The experience with each curriculum has been different. In the Empowered Voice sessions, a young woman expressed losing her fear of speaking in front of an audience. Others have commented on feeling secure in expressing and asserting their ideas. In Comprehensive Sexuality Education, a young woman shared that the topics helped her better understand her body.

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Silvia’s insights highlight the transformative impact of our programs. As we look to the future, our mission remains clear: to empower Indigenous girls to unlock and maximize their full potential.

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Investing in women to accelerate progress and equality 

International Women’s Day

On this International Women’s Day, our commitment resounds with a powerful global call to action: Invest in women and accelerate progress. This day is momentous for action, celebration, and reflection. It serves as a reminder of the progress we’ve made and the work that still lies ahead to achieve gender equality. At MAIA, we envision a world where every woman and girl has the opportunity to unleash her full potential, is empowered to empower, and becomes a catalyst of progress.   Join us in this celebration not just of womanhood, but also of the transformative power that investing in women holds.

Powerful and resilient voices

At MAIA, over 250 Girl Pioneers and 63 female staff members stand as living proof that women’s empowerment is not just a concept; it is a reality. Today, staff members and Girl Pioneers are making a stand for women’s and girls’ rights. In their voices, you’ll hear echoes of strength, resilience, and unwavering determination to forge a path towards equity and opportunity for all!

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MAIA: maximizing potential through education!

The MAIA and Girl Pioneers’ story

MAIA is not your typical organization. Led by Indigenous women for Indigenous girls, MAIA’s mission is to connect talent with opportunity, maximizing the potential of young women to lead transformational change. We believe that with quality education as their tool against adversity, these bold trailblazers will be reshaping their futures, uplifting their communities, and creating a better world for all of us.

Why Indigenous Girls?

We work in Sololá, one of the poorest regions of Guatemala. Here, most girls are forced to marry or become mothers before they turn 18. Access to education is a privilege. We embarked on this journey with a powerful question driving us: How far could these young women go if they had access to the education they deserve?

We call MAIA’s students Girl Pioneers – because many are the first in their families to continue their education and begin to break cycles of generational poverty.

How do we do it?

We are all about empowering Girl Pioneers to unlock and maximize their full potential! 

Our flagship program is the MAIA Impact School, which is changing the game for education in Guatemala. We serve approximately 250 Girl Pioneers in grades 7-11 through a unique educational approach that focuses equally on academics, socio-emotional intelligence, family engagement, culture, vocal empowerment, student well-being, and sexual and reproductive health.

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Once they graduate, Girl Pioneers can continue to the Launch Year Program during which they gain access to vocational orientation, university preparation, workplace readiness training, and valuable internship experiences in the formal economy through our network of local allies.

 

 

“Accessing education at MAIA is an opportunity for Girl Pioneers to transform their own lives to receive the quality education they deserve to develop their full potential.”

Vilma Saloj, Director of the MAIA Impact School

Learn more about our Impact Model here!

How do we know that it works?

Over the years, we have witnessed significant impact and growth of our model and Girl Pioneers. Our approach is based on evidence, and we invest in professional development to continuously improve and refine our programming.

We have seen firsthand the positive changes that have taken place in the lives of Girl Pioneers, from improvements in academic performance to increased confidence and leadership skills. Girl Pioneers are becoming leaders in their communities, breaking down barriers and taking charge of their futures.

Read more about the impact we are creating!

We are delighted to welcome 88 new Girl Pioneers to the MAIA Impact School in 2024. These brave young women hail from 45 rural communities in Guatemala and are the eighth generation of future female leaders. They are ready to ignite a ripple effect that will lead to a better world for all of us!

When I applied to the MAIA Impact School, I was a bit insecure about the schedule, and the school is a bit far from my house. But I was sure that I would receive a quality education. I got so excited that I won the scholarship. My dream is to become a pediatrician and help families with limited resources. I will achieve this with perseverance and determination.

Fatima, MAIA Girl Pioneer

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From Maya heritage to global inspiration: Ana Miriam’s journey of empowerment

Shining light on Indigenous young women’s potential

Meet Ana Miriam, a 17-year-old Maya Kaqchikel woman from Sololá and MAIA Girl Pioneer who is getting ready to fly to Canada after winning a scholarship with AFS Exchange Programs.

Ana Miriam, who has five sisters, was raised in a family of only women where she learned to be strong and self-confident. “The role of my family in my journey towards education and empowerment has been fundamental, as they have encouraged me to fight for my dreams. They have been my greatest motivation to give my best in my learning process,” shares Ana Miriam.

After first hearing about the AFS Exchange Program at the MAIA Impact School, Ana decided to apply for the scholarship “because I enjoy challenges and taking risks to seize the opportunities that come my way. Also, studying in another country has been one of my greatest dreams since I was a little girl,” shares Ana.

Ana Miriam had to go through a competitive selection process that often tested her resilience. “I have experienced various emotions throughout this process, but I felt very confident in my abilities, and I trusted in them to continue achieving my goals,” she continues.

For Ana Miriam, winning this scholarship opens doors to new opportunities. Also, it inspires her peers and younger generations in her community, demonstrating that young Indigenous women and girls hold a unique power to achieve their most ambitious dreams despite the odds.

Ana Miriam’s story not only celebrates her success, but also reminds us about the importance of amplifying the voices and dreams of Indigenous youth, especially on the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. By supporting their aspirations, preserving their cultural inheritance, and advocating for their rights, we lay the foundation for a more inclusive and compassionate world where we can grow stronger together.

“In five years, I see myself as a professional with a stable job. I have many goals I want to achieve, one of which is graduating from university and becoming a political scientist. I envision myself being actively involved in spaces where I can support women’s political participation and improve the educational sector in my community and country. I want to make positive changes in my surroundings,” concludes Ana Miriam.

Now Ana Miriam is ready to take off and build a future on her terms!

 

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The power of giving opportunities to girls

LUCERO AND WENDY SPEAK AT THE 2023 CALI REGIONAL EVENT

Lucero and Wendy, Girl Pioneers of the MAIA Impact School, participated as guest speakers at the 2023 Central America Leadership Initiative (CALI) Regional event on March 9. They discussed with fellows, funders, sponsors, and other regional leaders what happens when a girl has access to the opportunities she deserves.

Women’s leadership and voices are fundamental to MAIA’s work and programming. Through our mentorship curriculum, peer-to-peer support network, and monthly family home visits, our goal is that Girl Pioneers develop the internal strength, skills, and emotional intelligence they need to lead. They become empowered to empower.

Lucero and Wendy joined Martha Lidia Oxí, MAIA’s Co-Executive Director of External Relations, and María Kaltschmitt, MAIA board member and CALI fellow, in Antigua (Guatemala) to share their experiences and perspectives on the importance and power of increasing girls’ access to quality opportunities.

“When we ensure support to a girl, we gain a world, a mind, a heart, and a voice. We need to guarantee they are empowered and have a voice, vote, education, freedom, rights, childhood, health, and security,” shared Lucero.

Women are powerful agents of change, and as young female leaders and Girl Pioneers, Lucero and Wendy are demonstrating that increasing women’s leadership and participation at all levels of society is possible.

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Women and girls in science and technology

Bringing forward sustainable and equitable development.

This year, on the 8th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we ALL, as an international community, are being asked to focus our attention on how women and girls in science bring everyone forward for sustainable and equitable development.

Women and girls play a critical role in science and technology, and their participation should be strengthened. This is one of the reasons MAIA’s holistic educational model is specifically designed to connect the talents of Girl Pioneers with the opportunities of the 21st century.

A FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY

We have implemented an innovative curriculum at the MAIA Impact School designed to promote and boost the academic preparation of Girl Pioneers around science and technology. Also, we have an advanced science laboratory, which ensures a focus on creating knowledge and know-how. “It is indispensable to hear future girl leaders’ voices, ideas, and perspectives. They are as capable of critical thinking and innovation as anybody else,” shares Evelyn Pablo, Natural Sciences educator.

Through 2022, in light of the impacts of the digital surge caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, we strengthened the work with our partners at Team4Tech to share innovation and improve teaching and learning. Now curricula for all grade levels include key topics on digital security, such as social media personal safety, online risk mitigation, and developing safety plans. Other allies such as F5, The Harvey Family Foundation, and Honnold Foundation have also been key allies and a network of support for our science curricula and also the improvement of the environmental impact of the Impact School.

WHAT MAKES THIS APPROACH SUCCESSFUL? OUR TEAM OF EDUCATORS

These empowered and inspiring women are not only accompanying Girl Pioneers on their learning journey through scientific fields where girls generally have reduced participation, but are also acting as role models, demonstrating that reversing the status quo is possible. This ethnicity and gender mirroring ensures critical empathy and cultural relevance at every juncture.

We are already doing our part to unleash the untapped talent of these bold young women by providing them with concrete opportunities to become future women scientists. The world cannot wait any longer; learn more and join us!

Empowered Women, an Infinite Impact!

STEM: an engine for transformation

STEM: an engine for transformation How mathematics, logic, technology and science open new possibilities for Girl Pioneers At MAIA, we believe learning goes beyond acquiring knowledge—it’s about developing the ability

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Education That Drives Change

When we talk about education, we are not only talking about methods, content, or tests. We are talking about people, about educators who lead diverse classrooms filled with talent and

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