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In Solidarity
Posted on June 08 2020
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“We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of de...
Baking During a Pandemic
Posted on May 20 2020
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Are you among the thousands of people baking bread these days? It appears that under l...
Together for Artisans
Posted on May 01 2020
On International Workers Day, we celebrate the talented women of Mayan Hands and artisa...
Emergency Artisan Support Appeal
Posted on April 10 2020
At this difficult time for all of us, we wish you health and strength. This is also a t...
We're All In This Together
Posted on March 19 2020
We hope this message finds you and yours safe and healthy. These are difficult days fo...
Connections
Posted on March 14 2020
So many times when we try to explain the significance of fair trade, we find it can ...
Perseverance
Posted on March 05 2020
Our guest blogger is Michael Averill, a sophomore student at Siena College. He is pursu...
Celebrating 30 Years!
Posted on January 27 2020
This year, Mayan Hands turns 30 and we are celebrating!
Since our very earliest days, w...
Artisan Profile: Cecilia Chiroy
Posted on December 08 2019
Cecilia is a determined woman and her persistence has reaped benefits not just for her...
Giving Tuesday
Posted on December 02 2019
Today on Giving Tuesday, a day when people around the world come together to celebrate...
Doña Catarina
Posted on November 16 2019
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Mayan Hands is mourning the death of beloved artisan partner Catarina Barán, who die...
Bringing Meaning to Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Posted on September 16 2019
We are pleased to feature this guest blog by Rabbi Deborah Silver, serving Shir Chada...
"As a Girl, I Have Rights"
Posted on September 08 2019
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“Through games, stories and reflections, I’m learning that as a girl I have the same ri...
Textile Traveler's Guide to Guatemala
Posted on June 11 2019
Our guest blogger, Dr. Laurie Naranch, is Associate Professor of Political Science at S...
To Be a Girl
Posted on May 20 2019
Our guest blogger Erik Pocasangre and his co-worker Jackeline Menchu, both of the organ...
Two Hundred Women Strong
Posted on May 03 2019
After a long boat ride on Lake Atitlan, a bus and tuk tuk rides to the top of the mou...
Crafting Change
Posted on February 15 2019
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Anticipation was in the air last week as thirteen Mayan Hands artisan partners gathere...
Highlights of the Year
Posted on December 29 2018
This last year has been one of vision and growth for Mayan Hands and we're delighted to...
Secret Santa
Posted on December 22 2018
A little boy learns the joys of giving
A special Secret Santa has become an American f...
Celebrating Bonds and Traditions
Posted on December 14 2018
Mayan Hands weavers and basket makers living near Rabinal in northern Guatemala gathere...
Artisan Spotlight
Posted on November 08 2018
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Diega Churunel is a member of Las Estrellas, a cooperative of Mayan women who craft May...
International Fair Trade Charter
Posted on September 25 2018
Today, on the third anniversary of the UN's launch of the Sustainable Development Goals...
Celebrating Girls
Posted on July 31 2018
A few weeks ago, Mayan Hands held its second yearly scholarship gathering. As always, ...
A Time to Plant
Posted on June 06 2018
Early on the morning of May 3, at the onset of Guatemala’s rainy season, twenty-two wo...
On the Plight of Mayan Women and their Textiles
Posted on March 30 2018
Sandra Xinico Batz is an anthropologist and a leader of the National Weavers’ Movemen...
"Trade" School
Posted on March 17 2018
Our guest blog post, an article published online in Siena College's SCoop, features a u...
Beyond the Candy Box
Posted on February 06 2018
Our guest blogger - and Mayan Hands employee extraordinaire - is Kylie Gorski. Kylie co...
Your Gift Empowers
Posted on December 18 2017
We are writing with great news: Thanks to you, 15-year-old Damaris Chonay is on her way...
Today's Woman
Posted on December 15 2017
Recently, Elaine Houston from WNYT, Albany's local NBC affiliate, visited our warehous...
Fair Trade for the Long Haul
Posted on October 30 2017
A basic principle of fair trade is a long-term commitment to producers. What exactly d...
Mitzvah Kippot
Posted on July 17 2017
Mayan Hands founder Brenda Rosenbaum takes us behind the scenes of a project near and d...
Our Youngest Donor
Posted on July 12 2017
A very special donation for $111 arrived at the Mayan Hands office this week. It came ...
Love and Memory
Posted on May 09 2017
Sucely Puluc is a young Mayan artist and an active participant in the National Weavers...
Local Fundraising, Global Style
Posted on May 02 2017
4th graders at Guilmette Elementary School in Lawrence, MA are raising funds for for...
The Other Side of Fair Trade
Posted on April 25 2017
Our guest blogger Olivia Pintair reflects on her visit last year to Mayan Hands coop...
In Defense of Mayan Art
Posted on April 17 2017
Mayan weavers in Guatemala are demanding respect for their cultural identity by challen...
The Panda's Smile
Posted on April 11 2017
There are so many stories behind each product. This one is about our panda bear. Our...
Celebrating Micaela
Posted on April 07 2017
Our beloved artisan partner Micaela Damián (shown above with her proud parents) just g...
Shining Like the Sun
Posted on April 02 2017
We just participated in the annual Fair Trade Federation conference, joining colleague...
A Very Special Workshop
Posted on March 13 2017
Mayan Hands' dear friend and weaver extraordinaire Sarah Saulson is in Guatemala right ...
Welcome to Our New Website!
Posted on March 07 2017
Bienvenidos! We're excited to welcome you to our new website, designed with a fres...
Fair Trade: A Movement for All
Posted on February 20 2017
Today on World Day for Social Justice, we add our voices to others in the fair trade m...
The Huipil in Danger
Posted on July 26 2016
“Our huipiles are suffering a kind of desecration.” Mayan weavers in Guatemala are ala...
"We are the daughters of our ancient grandmothers who will never die..."
Posted on July 04 2016
“We are the daughters of our ancient grandmothers who will never die because they live...
A Basket Case
Posted on June 10 2016
If you've looked at our website recently, you may have noticed that some basket designs...
New Opportunities in Rabinal
Posted on April 21 2016
Excitement was in the air as the weavers learned the intricate technique of designing ...
Micaela's Story
Posted on April 14 2016
It's always exciting to hear from the students who receive Mayan Hands scholarships....
