International Day of Indigenous Peoples

Ixil communities of Nebaj express opposition to US-led extraction in their territory

"Historically, we have never received the support of the state or the government for our development, which is why it seems fair that we be able to take advantage of our own natural resources in order to improve the living conditions of our people according to our own vision [...]

nisgua_admin2019-12-27T17:55:54+00:00September 18th, 2014|Defense of life and territory, Justice and accountability|

Hundreds accompany the Ixil people on their Day of Dignity

Several hundred traveled from Guatemala City to Nebaj on June 21-22 with the "Caravan for the Dignity of the Ixil People and Against Genocide". Photo: NISGUA Ixil authorities welcome organizations to Nebaj. Photo: NISGUA Each year on June 22, the Ixil people remember their martyrs and heroes. The day [...]

nisgua_admin2018-01-15T15:13:13+00:00July 3rd, 2013|Genocide Trial, Justice and accountability|