Limitless Horizons Ixil creates opportunities for the indigenous youth, women, and families of Chajul, Guatemala to develop the academic and professional skills needed to effect change in their lives and community. Learn more about our programs, see where we work, or...
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2013 Spring Giving Campaign
Last month, former Guatemalan president Efraín Ríos Montt was convicted of genocide against the Ixil population on the testimony of nearly 100 witnesses from Chajul and the other towns in the region. Now, the conviction has been revoked by Guatemala's highest court,...
Does the genocide ruling mean justice for Chajul?
Dear friends, Last week was a historic one in Guatemala. The courageous voices of witnesses from Chajul and other Ixil communities contributed to the conviction of former president Jose Efraín Ríos Montt for genocide committed in the Ixil region under his leadership...
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 Efraín Ríos Montt recently stood trial for genocide and the town of Chajul, deep in the Guatemalan highlands, where many of the human rights abuses were...
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...
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....
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...
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...
Experience Chajul through Our New Video!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=II6qKJitmrE 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,...