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Wuqu' Kawoq

Org #1396
Vetted since 2009 Top Ranked Site Visit Verified
2007
year founded
$629,868
raised on GlobalGiving
14
years fundraising
3
projects funded
* Amounts in US Dollars

Mission

Led by indigenous health workers, Wuqu' Kawoq delivers comprehensive, high-quality, culturally competent care and research to transform health in rural Guatemala. Although almost half of all Guatemalans speak a Mayan language, most health care is delivered in Spanish. Many indigenous Maya people also confront discrimination, cost, and transportation barriers to accessing quality health care. The result is a range of substantial health disparities. For instance, while 46% of children in Guatemala suffer from chronic malnutrition, that rate exceeds 80% in many rural, indigenous communities. Founded in 2007, Wuqu' Kawoq (also known as Maya Health Alliance) is a community-based organiz... read more

Project Leaders
Anne Kraemer Diaz
Anne Kraemer Diaz
Jill Hodges
Jill Hodges
Emily Lopez
Emily Lopez
Team
Anne Kraemer Diaz, Peter Rohloff
Organization Information
PO Box 91
Russell Rohloff
Bethel, VT 05032
United States
617-447-3034
Organization Information
PO Box 91
Russell Rohloff
Bethel, VT 05032
United States
617-447-3034

Project Reports

Each of GlobalGiving’s nonprofit partners is required to send quarterly donor reports detailing the impact of their work. Here are some of their recent updates:

Sep 25, 2023
A Journey to Health and Literacy
In the vibrant community of Cruz de Ajpop, nestled in Nueva Concepción, the lively melodies of ranchera music fill the air between the charming yellow houses. Here, where rain and music dance...
Aug 30, 2023
Blossoming Resilience: Nurturing Growth
Step into Pachichiac, a community of Tecpán Chimaltenango. Johana, a dedicated nutrition technician, struck up a conversation with Doña Lidia in a local store one morning in February...
Jul 27, 2023
Transforming Cesar's Health: A Collective Effort
César, born in the remote village of  La Esperanza, faced critical challenges in his early months. He was born at a very low birth weight and his mother, Doña Romelia, struggled to...
 
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