Human Rights in Latin America: The Rios Montt Genocide Trial
BY LAURA MYERS, in THE GLOBALIST: It is a long way between the courtroom in Guatemala City where former president EfraĂn RĂos Montt recently stood trial for genocide and the town of Chajul, deep in the Guatemalan highlands, where many of the human rights abuses were committed…
The Maya-Ixil Move Forward
BY JOEL HERSCH, GOOD TIMES: Local nonprofit works to educate and create opportunity for indigenous communities in Guatemala. In an isolated region of the Guatemala mountains called Ixil, the indigenous Maya population was devastated by a civil war between the government and leftist guerrilla factions that spanned 1960 to 1996…
Voices from Chajul: Lidia’s story
Meet Lidia, Our New Librarian! We figured out pretty quick that Lidia is someone who embodies many of the things LHI values: motivation, perseverance, and a love of learning. When Lidia stepped into the room for her interview, she commanded a certain quiet confidence. When we asked her about a challenge in her life, Lidia […]
Success!
 2012 was a fantastic year because thanks to your support, LHI was able to do incredible work and achieve impressive results. Thank you. Our favorite stats from 2012: We awarded scholarships to 65 students in LHI’s Youth Development Program. These scholarships increase a family’s average income by 50%. Our students received more resources addressing their academic, emotional, and personal needs than […]
Glen Rock handcrafts sale supports education in Guatemala
BY MARY JO LAYTON, STAFF WRITER, THE RECORD: Shoppers scooped up hand-woven scarves, beaded Christmas ornaments, jewelry, purses and bags Sunday at a holiday sale in Glen Rock that offered an alternative to the familiar mall options while benefiting an impoverished Guatemalan community…
Experience Chajul through Our New Video!
We are so are excited to invite you to experience Chajul in a new way! After years of sharing images and stories, we are thrilled for you to meet our families, hear from our students, and spend a day in Chajul with us. Today, we bring you the opportunity to meet the extraordinary people you […]
October 20th: A Special Note from LHI
At Limitless Horizons Ixil, we aim high. Every day we work to create opportunities for our youth and families to effect positive change in Chajul, Guatemala. We aim high, work hard, and are seeing great results! In the last year, we have made incredible progress. We currently have 23 students studying in quality high schools around […]
LHI Fall Update
Student Spotlight: MarĂa Mateo Bop MarĂa stands out among the 21 LHI youth in their final year of middle school, as she is dedicated, responsible, and undoubtedly one of the most motivated. She has consistently been on our Wall of Fame for good grades, and she is always the first to show up to student meetings! […]
LHI Blog: Voices from Chajul
Not Leaving Yet By Lindsay Renaud, Operations Associate I can’t believe it! A year has already gone by since I first hobbled off the rickety “chicken” bus in Chajul, with both of my legs tingling after six hours squeezed into the seats of a former US school bus. (It would quickly become apparent that this […]
Visit Us in Chajul this Summer!
Are you looking to broaden your horizons, experience a new culture and education system, and use your skills to create change? If so, then join us this summer for the learning experience of a lifetime! This summer, Limitless Horizons Ixil will host an 8-day or 2-week service-learning trip focused on education in the indigenous […]