Our young female graduates are fighting gender-based violence.
At Limitless Horizons Ixil, we believe in creating opportunities for girls and women. This is why we created our Fellowship Program for graduates of our Youth Development Program to gain their first paid work experience and other professional development opportunities.This year, five young women are completing their year-long fellowships with us, which included a five-month course […]
Juana has courageously fought for her education.
“Everyone in my community says that young women don’t have the opportunity to continue their studies because they always get married young. People might say that, but it’s not always true.” ––  Juana  Juana, a Limitless Horizons Ixil graduate and current fellow in our Emerging Leaders Workforce Development Program, has spent her life battling societal norms in Chajul […]
Working to prevent “Me Too” stories in Chajul
I imagine you’ve heard far too many “Me Too” stories not just on the news but in your own communities. This movement is all too relevant in Chajul too, but I am proud to say that Limitless Horizons Ixil is leading the way towards positive change. I am honored to have been Managing Director for […]
Learning math can be a struggle. Here’s how our library makes it fun.
“Math is hard, and I don’t always understand the way it’s taught in school. That’s why I come to the library for math enrichment… I really want to learn so that I can stay in school and be successful.” – Diego Alfredo, Saber Sin LĂmites (Limitless Knowledge) Community Library member Math can be challenging for students of all backgrounds, […]
These two sisters have surprising plans for Chajul
We hope you enjoyed reading the story of how our Technology and Artisan Program Coordinator Cecilia overcame cultural, economic, and gender barriers to become the first woman from Chajul to pursue a university degree in computer science. Cecilia serves as a powerful female role model for youth in her computer classes at Limitless Horizons Ixil, […]
In Chajul, the future (of technology) is female!
It’s 7:45 on a rainy Thursday morning, and a small group of 8th grade scholars are huddled together at the entrance of Limitless Horizons Ixil’s community center in Chajul, Guatemala. “Buenos dĂas!” they call out cheerfully as they spot Technology and Artisan Program Coordinator Cecilia approaching. They’ve arrived early for computer class and are eager […]
Marissa Cudworth
International & Operations Coordinator
Keyri Daniela Guevara LĂłpez
Science and Art Teacher
Meet Lizbeth, a determined alumna planting seeds of change in Chajul
Poverty holds a strong grip on Chajul’s families, negatively impacting so many areas of their life. Fortunately, Chajul’s youth have just as many ideas to combat the problems facing their community. Our scholars’ strong desire to give back and determination to find sustainable solutions stems from the challenges they themselves experienced growing up. Lizbeth […]
Meet Otoniel, a passionate alum bringing innovation to Chajul
Young people have the power to change the world. At Limitless Horizons Ixil, we work with creative, passionate minds eager to find solutions to the community’s problems. Our alum Otoniel, a college student and social entrepreneur with big dreams for Chajul, is proof that when we invest in youth, we are investing in a better […]