[Español a continuación] In Guatemala, even in the darkest and most painful moments, life is sustained collectively. Solidarity, mutual support, and the simple act of showing up for one another provide the strength to continue. Sharing, accompanying, and moving forward together is not only a response to adversity—it is [...]
The page turns on the Gregorian calendar, but time — like memory and resistance — moves to its own rhythm. Still, the opening of 2026 invites us to pause, take a breath, and thank you for continuing to walk alongside NISGUA, for your trust, and for the commitment that [...]
Unofficial translation by the Network in Solidarity with the People of Guatemala (NISGUA). You can find the original statement in Spanish further below. TO THE NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC OPINION: On this January 3, 2026, we strongly condemn and repudiate the actions and policies of U.S. President Donald Trump [...]
You can find the statement in Spanish further below. Statement from the Peaceful Resistance La Puya to the Guatemalan and International Community in response to the decision of the International Arbitration Tribunal (CIADI) in KCA v. Guatemala In response to the decision in favor of Guatemala in the international [...]
[Español a continuación] Every November 1st, giant kites fill the skies over cemeteries across Guatemala. These barriletes gigantes—intricately decorated with vibrant colors and ancestral symbols—rise as bridges between worlds, carrying messages to those who have passed. In Maya cosmovision, death is not an ending but a continuation, and [...]
En clases de la universidad, en santuarios de iglesias y a orillas de los ríos y bosques, el pueblo de Carolina del Norte aprendió cómo el pueblo originario Xinka de Guatemala sigue protegiendo con éxito el agua y la tierra ante la mina Escobal. El pueblo de Estados Unidos [...]
[Español a continuación] In this month of October, Maya Peoples celebrate Waqxaqib’ B’atz’, the New Year of the sacred Chol Q’ij calendar — a time to renew our collective commitment to life, community, and dignity. Each new cycle invites us to reflect on what has been learned, honor those [...]
Este octubre se cumplen dos años del Paro Nacional Indígena de 2023 en Guatemala, una movilización histórica que reunió a miles de personas en todo el país en defensa de la democracia, la dignidad y los derechos de los Pueblos Indígenas. Durante 106 días, Autoridades Indígenas y liderazgos comunitarios [...]
Unofficial translation by the Network in Solidarity with the People of Guatemala (NISGUA). You can find the original statement in Spanish further below. PRESS RELEASE Before national and international public opinion, we make known: This 12th and 20th of October, the DEPARTMENTAL ASSEMBLY OF THE PEOPLE OF HUEHUETENANGO IN [...]
Del 20 al 24 de octubre, ¡llevamos la lucha a Carolina del Norte! NISGUA, junto con Witness for Peace Southeast e Iximche Media, organiza una gira con Sheny Lemus, técnica de la Comisión Diocesana para la Defensa de la Naturaleza (CODIDENA)—una de las organizaciones que acompañamos en Guatemala. [...]
Parte 2: Resistencia Comunitaria y Construcción de Futuro Recordatorio de la primera parte En la primera entrega conocimos a Rafael y José del Instituto Básico "Nuevo Amanecer", quienes nos compartieron los orígenes y evolución del Festival por la Madre Tierra en la comunidad de Copal AA La Esperanza. Vimos [...]
Unofficial translation by the Network in Solidarity with the People of Guatemala (NISGUA). You can find the original statement in Spanish further below. STATEMENT PARLIAMENT OF THE XINKA PEOPLE OF GUATEMALA TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC In recent weeks, intentionally and in bad faith, there has been false information circulated [...]
Unofficial translation by the Network in Solidarity with the People of Guatemala (NISGUA). You can find the original statement in Spanish further below. FROM OUR PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES WE INDIGENOUS AUTHORITIES DECLARE: 1. Our emphatic rejection of the Public Prosecutor's actions against the former Vice Mayor of the Indigenous [...]