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USAID GUATEMALA
Vibrant cultural roots and ancestral knowledge of its indigenous K’iche’ population run deep in the picturesque mountains in the department of Quiché in Guatemala. But behind its beautiful and colorful landscapes, the young people of Chichicastenango face significant challenges, including social and emotional isolation, economic hardship, limited professional opportunities and pressure to provide for their families. The pandemic exacerbated all these challenges. Read the full story here.