By Karla Aguerrebere | Project Leader
Juxta Nation is a social enterprise made up of seven women's cooperatives from the indigenous peoples of Chiapas. The 83 co-owners of this enterprise have overcome historical barriers by assuming the role of creators and seven of them have taken the lead in the management and design of a project that ventures into the world of fashion. The co-owner representatives are preparing their first collection for a fashion show to be presented on an international runway, an achievement that reflects their vision and capacity for innovation.
Through accompaniment that respects and values their leadership, the co-owners of Juxta Nation are strengthening their creative self-management, fusing ancestral knowledge with avant-garde approaches to design. The collection they are preparing represents an affirmation of cultural resistance and a vindication of their place in a global landscape where the voices of indigenous peoples have historically been underrepresented.
This collaborative process redefines the perception of textile design internationally and demonstrates that traditions can dialogue with modernity. More than an aesthetic proposal, this collective effort is a powerful tool to generate economic, social and cultural impact, reaffirming the potential of indigenous peoples to participate in global markets in an ethical and sustainable way.
Each piece in the collection is a bridge between the ancestral and their creative aspirations, a tangible expression of their cultural heritage and their ability to reinvent the preconceived. By occupying this international space, the co-owners of Juxta Nation defy the constraints of the past, demonstrating that their art can shine in global markets without losing identity and authenticity.
Through teamwork, the women artisans conceive designs that integrate their vision of the world and their connection with the earth. In addition, this initiative strengthens the local economy, generating a value chain that benefits both the creators and their communities.
Juxta Nation seeks to inspire other women to dream big and to occupy spaces that often seem unattainable. This project is an example of how solidarity, collective work and innovation can transform realities and create new opportunities for women, their families and their communities.
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By Karla Aguerrebere | Project Leader
By Karla Aguerrebere | Project Leader
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