MayaBags®️ handmade bags carry a profound story about Belizean Maya culture, its inherent creativity and the female Maya artisans who make the textiles that frame the bags. MayaBags is a successful social enterprise that works with Maya women from the Toledo District. This is their story!
Read MoreYou can hear "Shop small and support local!" a lot this holiday season, but what does it really mean for sustainability? How can you actually shop small or support local? Here is a guide to doing just that.
Read MoreKanan Miatsil is a Non-profit Organisation in Northern Belize led by Felicita Cantun, a retired teacher who spent forty years in the classroom. She is known in the area as the “Culture Warrior” for receiving numerous awards for her efforts throughout the years.
Read MoreWith today’s fast-paced lifestyle, we are often disconnected from the stories behind the products we buy. Read about a Belizean fashion brand that is inspired by cultural fusion and traditional techniques. In a discussion with Emilio Perera, you can read about inspiration and techniques that come from Belizean culture.
Read MoreCandy’s Maya Giftshop & Culture Experience is located in Aguacate Village, Toledo District, Belize. It is run by Candelaria Kukul, a Ketchi Maya woman who speaks the language and proudly shares what it means to be Maya with other people through her business.
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