Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Wuqu' Kawoq Maya Health Alliance ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://wuqukawoq.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://wuqukawoq.org/) - Unlocking healthcare, saving lives Our Mission: Building health equity in Guatemala. Our Vision: Everyone — no matter where they were born or what language they speak — has access to high quality health care. Donate now! Community Based At the center of all we do are Maya Community Health Workers, who understand our patients’ cultures - [Sobre Nosotros](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/) - Sobre Nostros Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 La razón de nuestro trabajo Trabajamos para resolver las necesidades urgentes de salud en las comunidades más empobrecidas de Guatemala. Dirigidos por trabajadores de la salud indígenas, unimos la medicina, la cultura y el idioma para superar las barreras a la salud y el - [In the News](https://wuqukawoq.org/in-the-news/) - In the News Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 MAYA HEALTH | WUQU' KAWOQ NEWSLETTERS Spring 2026 Winter 2026 End of Year 2025 Summer 2025 Spring 2025 Winter 2025 End of Year 2024 Fall 2024 Summer 2024 Spring 2024 End of Year 2023 Fall 2023 Summer 2023 Spring 2023 End of Year - [About](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/) - About Us Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Why We Exist We work to solve pressing health needs in Guatemala’s most underserved communities. Led by indigenous health care workers, we bring together medicine, culture, and language to overcome barriers to health and well-being. Where others say “no,” we say “yes.” We believe - [Insight Trips](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/insight-trips/) - Join Us for an Insight Trip! Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Come get an up-close look at our work! Meet our patients, team, and leaders, and find out more about how we are transforming health in rural Guatemala. Experience the remarkable culture and traditions of Guatemala’s indigenous Maya people. Enjoy the - [Donar](https://wuqukawoq.org/donate/) - Juntos, estamos construyendo un mundo donde todas las personas prosperen. Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Tu donación deducible de impuestos salva vidas y construye infraestructura de salud para las personas más vulnerables. EIN 20-8741625 ¡Tu apoyo hace la diferencia! Cada día, nos esforzamos por brindar atención médica de alta - [Donate](https://wuqukawoq.org/donate/) - Together, we are building a world where all people thrive. Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Your tax-deductible donation saves lives and builds health infrastructure to serve families in vulnerable communities in rural Guatemala. EIN 20-8741625 YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS! Every day, we strive to provide high-quality health care to those who - [Equipo](https://wuqukawoq.org/team/) - Nuestro Equipo Un equipo global con experiencia local Somos un equipo diverso de médicos, enfermeras, antropólogos, lingüistas, maestros, nutricionistas, ingenieros, profesionales de la salud pública, abogados, diseñadores, contadores, empresarios y trabajadores comunitarios de la salud. Nos une nuestra devoción a Guatemala. Directores ANNE KRAEMER DIRECTORA EJECUTIVA WALESKA LÓPEZ DIRECTORA MÉDICA MARFA CASTILLO DIRECTORA FINANCIERA JILL - [Team](https://wuqukawoq.org/team/) - Our Team A global team with local expertise We are a diverse team of physicians, nurses, anthropologists, linguists, teachers, nutritionists, engineers, public health practitioners, lawyers, designers, accountants, entrepreneurs, and community health workers. We are united by our devotion to Guatemala. Leadership ANNE KRAEMER CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER WALESKA LÓPEZ CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER MARFA CASTILLO FINANCIAL DIRECTOR - [Research](https://wuqukawoq.org/research/) - Center for Indigenous Health Research Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Since 2007, Maya Health Alliance has been a leader in developing practical solutions to improve the quality of medical care in rural and indigenous communities in Guatemala. The Center for Indigenous Health Research (Centro de Investigación en La Salud Indígena or - [Videos](https://wuqukawoq.org/videos/) - Videos Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 A closer look into Maya Health’s work in rural Guatemala A 2025 spring update by CEO Anne Kraemer, after an eventful few months! CEO Anne Kraemer offers a quick 2024 year-end update! Donor Pat O'Brien shares his journey with Maya Health! A Brighter Future: After - [En las Noticias](https://wuqukawoq.org/in-the-news/) - En las noticias Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Hacia la erradicación de la pobreza en comunidades mayas en Guatemala Este artículo examina las inequidades en Guatemala moldeadas por factores históricos y sistémicos que continúan afectando el acceso a la atención de salud, la educación y las oportunidades económicas en comunidades indígenas - [Inicio](https://wuqukawoq.org/) - Desbloqueando la atención médica, salvando vidas Nuestra misión: Estamos innovando un modelo de atención médica enfocado en brindar servicios de alta calidad con competencia lingüística y cultural para comunidades indígenas, pobres y marginadas en Guatemala. Nuestra visión: Un futuro en el cual jamás será necesario escoger entre las prioridades culturales, las prioridades de salud y el - [Research](https://wuqukawoq.org/research/) - Centro de Investigaciones en Salud Indígena Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 El Centro de Investigación de Salud Indígena (CISI) fue creado en el año 2007 por un grupo multidisciplinario de investigadores de Wuqu´ Kawoq | Maya Health Alliance , con el objetivo de avanzar en las investigaciones científicas sobre las necesidades - [Más Sobre Nuestro Equipo](https://wuqukawoq.org/more-about-our-team/) - Más sobre nuestro Equipo Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Directores Anne Kraemer / Directora Ejecutiva Anne cofundadora Maya Health Alliance | Wuqu ’Kawoq en 2006 y se ha desempeñado como nuestra Directora Ejecutiva desde 2009. Su pasión es construir programas de salud y desarrollo de alto impacto, colaborativos y cultural y lingüísticamente - [More About Our Team](https://wuqukawoq.org/more-about-our-team/) - More About Our Team Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Directors Anne Kraemer / Chief Executive Officer Anne is an anthropologist and a co-founder of Maya Health Alliance | Wuqu’ Kawoq. She has served as Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer since 2009. Her passion is amplifying the voices of women and girls to foster - [Rix qa´tzu´k](https://wuqukawoq.org/) - Ya' k'ij ri ütz raxnaqil, kolönik chwech ri kamïk Tikirib´äl: Jun q’ij apon ri majunb’äy ni qi cha´pa ru wi ri taq ruwäch ri qach’ab’äl, ri ütz k’iy chuqa’ ri k’aslemal chi k’axk’ol; Jun q’ij pa ruwi’ ri winäq mayab k’o chi re, k’o wi, q’amon wi chuqa’ nuk’samajïx ri b’ey ri k’amalb’äl pa Iximulew. Ruk´isib´äl: - [Programas](https://wuqukawoq.org/programs/) - Programas Brindamos atención de calidad a las pacientes durante toda su vida, desde la atención prenatal para las madres y sus bebés, hasta la atención primaria para las familias y la atención especializada para pacientes ancianos con enfermedades crónicas. En todos nuestros programas, nos asociamos con nuestros pacientes en sus idiomas y comunidades para brindar - [Programs](https://wuqukawoq.org/programs/) - Programs We provide quality care for patients across the lifespan, from prenatal care for mothers and their babies, to primary care for families, to specialized care for elderly patients with chronic diseases. Across our programs, we partner with our patients in their languages and communities to provide comprehensive solutions to achieve the best possible health - [Partners](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/partners/) - Our Partners Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Maximizing impact through collaboration Our rich network of partnerships is key to our success! - [Nuestros Socios](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/partners/) - Nuestros Socios Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Maximizando el impacto a través de la colaboración ¡Nuestra amplia red de asociaciones es clave para nuestro éxito! - [Investigaciones](https://wuqukawoq.org/investigaciones-2-2/) - Centro de Investigaciones en Salud Indígena Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Desde 2007, Maya Health Alliance ha sido líder en el desarrollo de soluciones prácticas para mejorar la calidad de la atención médica en las comunidades rurales e indígenas de Guatemala. El Centro de Investigación en Salud Indígena (Centro de Investigación - [Investigaciones](https://wuqukawoq.org/investigaciones-2/) - Centro de Investigaciones en Salud Indígena Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 PROPÓSITO El Centro de Investigación de Salud Indígena (CISI) fue creado en el año 2007 por un grupo multidisciplinario de investigadores de Wuqu´ Kawoq | Maya Health Alliance , con el objetivo de avanzar en las investigaciones científicas sobre las - [Investigaciones](https://wuqukawoq.org/investigaciones-2/) - Centro de Investigaciones en Salud Indígena Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 PROPÓSITO El Centro de Investigación de Salud Indígena (CISI) fue creado en el año 2007 por un grupo multidisciplinario de investigadores de Wuqu´ Kawoq | Maya Health Alliance , con el objetivo de avanzar en las investigaciones científicas sobre las - [health-programs](https://wuqukawoq.org/health-programs/) - Programs We provide quality care for patients across the lifespan, from prenatal care for mothers and their babies, to primary care for families, to specialized care for elderly patients with chronic diseases. Across our programs, we partner with our patients in their languages and communities to provide comprehensive solutions to achieve the best possible health - [Köj a kanöj](https://wuqukawoq.org/contact-us/) - ¡Köj tzijon jantape! Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Matiöx roma at qo pe´ wabe, nqoyöbej niketamaj chawij rat. Ch'ob'oj tzijoxïk pa Iximulew Akuchi' oj k'o:2da Avenida 3-48 Zona 3 Barrio Patacabaj, Tecpán, Chimaltenango Oyonibäl:502-7840-3112 Toqowuj:hola@wuqukawoq.orgOpens in your application EIN 20-8741625 - [Donar mediante un DAF](https://wuqukawoq.org/donate/donate-by-daf/) - Dona a través de un DAF Al donar mediante Donor Advised Fund (DAF) o Fondo Designado por el Donante, en español, apoyas de manera significativa nuestro trabajo para transformar la salud en las comunidades rurales de Guatemala, mientras aprovechas importantes beneficios fiscales. Un DAF es una cuenta en la que reservas activos con el propósito - [Donar con Criptomonedas](https://wuqukawoq.org/donate/donate-crypto/) - Dona Criptomonedas Al donar criptomonedas, apoyas de manera significativa nuestro trabajo para transformar la salud en las comunidades rurales de Guatemala, mientras aprovechas importantes beneficios fiscales. Así es como funciona: Donar criptomonedas es un “evento no sujeto a impuestos”, lo que significa que no pagas impuesto sobre las ganancias de capital por el valor apreciado - [Donar con Acciones](https://wuqukawoq.org/donate/donate-stock/) - Dona Acciones Al donar acciones, apoyas de manera significativa nuestro trabajo para transformar la salud en las comunidades rurales de Guatemala, mientras aprovechas importantes beneficios fiscales. Así es como funciona: Si posees una acción que ha aumentado de valor y la vendes, debes pagar el impuesto sobre las ganancias de capital por esa apreciación. Pero - [Donate By DAF](https://wuqukawoq.org/donate/donate-by-daf/) - Donate by DAF By making a donation through your Donor Advised Fund (DAF), you can provide a valuable gift to support our work transforming health in rural Guatemala and save on taxes. A donor-advised fund is an account in which you set aside assets for the purpose of giving to charities. When you establish a - [Donate Crypto](https://wuqukawoq.org/donate/donate-crypto/) - Donate Cryptocurrency By making a cryptocurrency donation, you can provide a valuable gift to support our work transforming health in rural Guatemala and save on taxes. Here’s how it works: Donating cryptocurrency is a “non-taxable event,” meaning that you do not owe capital gains tax on the appreciated amount of the cryptocurrency you donate. If - [Donate Stock](https://wuqukawoq.org/donate/donate-stock/) - Donate Stock By making a stock donation, you can provide a valuable gift to support our work transforming health in rural Guatemala while also saving on taxes. Here’s how it works: If you own a stock that has increased in value and you sell it, you’re required to pay capital gains tax on that appreciation. If - [Programas de Salud](https://wuqukawoq.org/health-programs/) - Programas Brindamos atención de calidad a las pacientes durante toda su vida, desde la atención prenatal para las madres y sus bebés, hasta la atención primaria para las familias y la atención especializada para pacientes ancianos con enfermedades crónicas. En todos nuestros programas, nos asociamos con nuestros pacientes en sus idiomas y comunidades para brindar - [Eliminación de cuenta BebeApp](https://wuqukawoq.org/bebeapp-account-deletion/) - Español English Eliminación de cuenta BebeApp Última actualización: 26 de enero de 2026 Este documento explica cómo los usuarios pueden solicitar la eliminación de su cuenta y datos asociados en la aplicación BebeApp, desarrollada por Maya Health Alliance Wuqu' Kawoq, Guatemala. PASOS PARA ELIMINAR TU CUENTA: Abre la aplicación BebeApp En la pantalla principal, toca - [BebeApp Account Deletion](https://wuqukawoq.org/bebeapp-account-deletion/) - Español English Account Deletion – BebeApp Last updated: January 26, 2026 This document explains how users can request the deletion of their account and associated data in the BebeApp application, developed by Maya Health Alliance Wuqu' Kawoq, Guatemala. STEPS TO DELETE YOUR ACCOUNT: Open the BebeApp application From the main screen, tap "Settings" Select "Manage - [Fight Cervical Cancer](https://wuqukawoq.org/fight-cervical-cancer/) - Fighting Cervical Cancer We are a proud recipient of New York Times columnist and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Nicholas Kristof's 2019 Holiday Impact Prize for our work preventing and treating cervical cancer. Early Detection and Treatment Cervical cancer, which can be prevented and effectively treated with early detection, remains a leading cancer killer among Guatemalan - [Más sobre nuestra junta y asesores](https://wuqukawoq.org/more-about-our-board-advisors/) - Más Información Sobre nuetra Junta Directiva y Asesores Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Junta Directiva Juan Coj, Secretario Junta Directiva Guatemala Juan Coj trabajó como chofer durante 47 años para mantener a sus seis hijos. Eventualmente, el aumento del crimen lo llevó a enfocarse en el trabajo agrícola. Se unió a - [More About Our Board & Advisors](https://wuqukawoq.org/more-about-our-board-advisors/) - More About Our Board & Advisors Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Board of Directors Juan Coj, Guatemala Board Secretary Juan Coj worked as a driver for 47 years to support his six children. Eventually, rising crime led him to focus instead on agricultural work. He joined Wuqu’ Kawoq’s board to support - [Videos](https://wuqukawoq.org/videos/) - Videos Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Escuche a la Directora del Programa, Susana Tambriz, hablar sobre cómo superar las barreras al acceso a la planificación familiar y cómo permitir que las mujeres tomen el control de sus cuerpos y sus elecciones. Únase a nosotros para fomentar el empoderamiento y la toma - [Contáctanos](https://wuqukawoq.org/contact-us/) - ¡Mantengámonos Conectados! Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 ¡Gracias por visitar nuestro sitio web, esperamos saber de ti pronto! Contáctanos en Guatemala Dirección:2da Avenida 3-48 Zona 3 Barrio Patacabaj, Tecpán, Chimaltenango Teléfono:502-7840-3112 Correo electrónico:hola@wuqukawoq.orgOpens in your application Contáctanos en los Estados Unidos Dirección:PO Box 860943, Minneapolis, MN 55486-0943 Teléfono:513-393-9878 Correo Electrónico:contact@wuqukawoq.orgOpens in - [Desarrollo sostenible](https://wuqukawoq.org/sustainable-development/) - Desarrollo Sostenible Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Perseguir los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible de la ONU Trabajando en zonas rurales de Guatemala con poblaciones históricamente marginadas, Maya Health Alliance | Wuqu ’Kawoq está a la vanguardia del Desafío de desarrollo sostenible. Desde la fundación de nuestra organización en 2007, nos hemos - [Sustainable Development](https://wuqukawoq.org/sustainable-development/) - Sustainable Development Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Pursuing the UN Sustainable Development Goals Working in rural Guatemala with historically marginalized populations, Maya Health Alliance | Wuqu’ Kawoq is at the forefront of the Sustainable Development Challenge. Since our organization’s founding in 2007, we have strived to create a self-sustaining health care - [Maternal Health](https://wuqukawoq.org/maternal-health/) - Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Welcome to the Mobile Maternal & Infant Health Program! We are excited to introduce the people and places that are part of this transformative work! THE PROBLEM: Guatemala has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in Latin America, particularly among indigenous mothers. Most deaths from - [Contact Us](https://wuqukawoq.org/contact-us/) - Stay in Touch! Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Thanks for stopping by! We look forwarding to hearing from you. Contact us in Guatemala Address:2da Avenida 3-48 Zona 3 Barrio Patacabaj, Tecpán, Chimaltenango Phone:502-7840-3112 Email:hola@wuqukawoq.orgOpens in your application Contact us in the US: Address:PO Box 860943, Minneapolis, MN 55486-0943 Phone:513-393-9878 Email:contact@wuqukawoq.orgOpens in - [BebeApp Privacy Policy](https://wuqukawoq.org/bebeapp-privacy-policy/) - Español English BebeApp Privacy Policy Last updated: June 23, 2025 Effective date: June 23, 2025 At BebeApp, developed by Maya Health Alliance Wuqu' Kawoq, Guatemala, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy applies to the use of our free mobile application, which is provided "AS IS". Your Consent: - [Política de Privacidad de BebeApp](https://wuqukawoq.org/bebeapp-privacy-policy/) - Español English Política de Privacidad de BebeApp Última actualización: 23 de junio de 2025 Fecha de vigencia: 23 de junio de 2025 En BebeApp, desarrollada por Maya Health Alliance Wuqu' Kawoq, Guatemala, valoramos tu privacidad y nos comprometemos a proteger tu información personal. Esta política se aplica al uso de nuestra aplicación móvil gratuita, la - [Lucha contra el Cáncer Cervical](https://wuqukawoq.org/fight-cervical-cancer/) - Lucha contra el Cáncer Cervical Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Estamos orgullosos de haber recibido el premio Holiday Impact Prize 2019 del columnista del New York Times y dos veces ganador del Premio Pulitzer Nicholas Kristof por nuestro trabajo en la prevención y el tratamiento del cáncer de cuello uterino. Detección - [COVID Resources](https://wuqukawoq.org/programs/covid-19-response/covid-resources/) - COVID-19 Informative Resources Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 In this space we want to share this virtual library with all the communication tools that have been created by Wuqu’Kawoq | Maya Health Alliance in collaboration with other organizations such as: Miracles in Action , MAIA, OPS, Digital Medic and UCSF. The purpose - [COVID-19 Response](https://wuqukawoq.org/programs/covid-19-response/) - COVID-19 Response Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Across rural Guatemala, Covid-19 has created new health threats for some of our most vulnerable communities. Jobs and incomes have disappeared, and malnutrition, which was already at devastating levels, has continued to increase. The pandemic has overwhelmed the country’s health care system, making it - [Celebrating 15 Years!](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/) - Celebrating 15 Years! Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 We turned 15 on January 1, 2022! We were born on January 1, 2007 – the day “Wuqu’ Kawoq” on the traditional Mayan calendar. Wuqu’ Kawoq represents medicine and healthcare providers. So we chose that as our name to reflect our mission of - [Virtual Visit](https://wuqukawoq.org/virtual-visit/) - Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Welcome to the Mobile Maternal Health Program! We are excited to introduce the people and places that are part of this transformative work! THE PROBLEM: Guatemala has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in Latin America, particularly among indigenous mothers. Most deaths from childbirth can - [Maria Luisa](https://wuqukawoq.org/maria-luisa/) - Midwife Maria Luisa at the Community of Paxorotot Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Maria Luisa’s life took an unexpected turn when she fell gravely ill at the age of 22. Though the doctor assured her that everything was fine, Maria couldn’t shake off a lingering unease. Little did she know that - [Recursos COVID-19](https://wuqukawoq.org/programs/covid-19-response/covid-resources/) - Recursos Infomativos COVID-19 Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 En este espacio queremos compartir esta biblioteca virtual con todas las herramientas de comunicación que han sido creadas por el equipo de Wuqu´Kawoq | Maya Health Alliance en colaboración con otras organizaciones como : Miracles in Action , MAIA, OPS, Digital Medic and - [Innovación](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/innovation/) - Innovación Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Uno de los aspectos más emocionantes de nuestro trabajo es el ciclo constante de aprendizaje y adaptación para continuar mejorando la atención a nuestros pacientes. Un ejemplo reciente es nuestro proyecto “Baby Mobile”, en el que estamos colaborando con la Universidad de Emory en un - [Aprendizaje Continuo](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/ongoing-learning/) - Aprendizaje Continuo Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 En la foto de la izquierda hay una clase para nuestro personal de nutrición sobre métodos de planificación familiar. Este tipo de capacitación cruzada permite que nuestros técnicos de nutrición compartan información básica sobre planificación familiar con las mamás durante sus miles de visitas - [Pacientes Empoderados](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/empowered-patients/) - Pacientes Empoderados Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Gran parte de nuestro éxito en la mejora de la salud en las zonas rurales de Guatemala depende de nuestros pacientes. Ofrecemos información, atención médica, recursos y apoyo, pero, en última instancia, nuestros pacientes crean las condiciones para un cambio duradero. Doña María es - [Sabiduría Indígena](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/indigenous-wisdom/) - Sabiduría Indígena Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Un elemento esencial de nuestro trabajo es empoderar a los trabajadores indígenas de la salud, que entienden los idiomas y las culturas de nuestros pacientes y pueden relacionarse con sus experiencias. Un maravilloso ejemplo es nuestra asociación con parteras mayas. La mayoría de las - [Idioma](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/language/) - Idioma Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 En todo el mundo, las personas que hablan idiomas Mayas tienen peores resultados de salud. Esto es especialmente cierto en Guatemala, donde la mitad de la población habla uno de los 22 idiomas mayas, pero la mayor parte de la atención médica se brinda en - [Innovation](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/innovation/) - Innovation Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 One of the most exciting aspects of our work is the constant cycle of learning and adapting to continue improving care for our patients. A recent example is our “Baby Mobile” project, in which we are collaborating with Emory University on a study on the - [Prevención](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/prevention/) - Prevención Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Un aspecto central de nuestro trabajo para mejorar la salud en las zonas rurales de Guatemala es la prevención. Eso significa no solo proporcionar acceso a exámenes de detección que salvan vidas, sino también ofrecer educación culturalmente relevante y atención de seguimiento para que los - [¡Celebrando 15 Años!](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/) - ¡Celebrando 15 Años! Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 ¡Cumplimos 15 años el 1 de enero de 2022! Nacimos el 1 de enero de 2007, el día “Wuqu’ Kawoq” en el calendario maya tradicional. Wuqu’ Kawoq representa a los proveedores de medicamentos y atención médica. Así que lo elegimos como nuestro nombre - [Indigenous Wisdom](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/indigenous-wisdom/) - Indigenous Wisdom Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 An essential element in our work is empowering indigenous health workers, who understand our patients’ languages and cultures and can relate to their experiences. A wonderful example is our partnership with Mayan midwives. Most Mayan women choose to give birth at home with traditional - [Ciencia](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/science/) - Ciencia Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Una característica fundamental de nuestro trabajo de transformación de la salud en las zonas rurales de Guatemala es nuestro compromiso de utilizar la ciencia para brindar la atención más eficaz posible. Registramos y evaluamos meticulosamente todo lo que hacemos para comprender qué funciona, qué no - [Colaboración](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/collaboration/) - Colaboración Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 La mayoría de nuestra atención es brindada por trabajadores de salud comunitarios que hablan los idiomas de nuestros pacientes y entienden sus culturas. Para nosotros, así ha sido siempre y así será. Pero nuestros pacientes también se benefician de la atención continua de un equipo de - [Atención Integral](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/comprehensive-care/) - Atención Integral Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Estamos comprometidos a brindar una atención integral, asociándonos con los pacientes a largo plazo y considerando todos los aspectos de sus vidas y su salud. Pablo García, un nefrólogo guatemalteco que está completando una beca en trasplantes en la Universidad de Stanford, dice que - [Language](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/language/) - Language Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Around the world, people who speak indigenous languages have worse health outcomes. This is especially true in Guatemala, where half of the population speaks one of 22 Mayan languages, but most health care is delivered in Spanish. We believe that everyone should have access to - [Empowered Patients](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/empowered-patients/) - Empowered Patients Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Much of our success improving health in rural Guatemala depends on our patients. We offer information, health care, resources, and support, but ultimately our patients create the conditions for lasting change. Doña María is an inspiring example of how this transformation happens. At the - [Collaboration](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/collaboration/) - Collaboration Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Almost all of our care is delivered by community health workers who speak our patients’ languages and understand their cultures. For us, that’s the way it always has been and will be. But our patients also benefit from ongoing care from a team of trusted - [Ongoing Learning](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/ongoing-learning/) - Ongoing Learning Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Pictured at left is a class for our nutrition staff on family planning methods. This kind of cross-training allows our nutrition techs to share basic family planning information with moms during their thousands of nutrition visits each year. This is one of the ways - [Prevention](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/prevention/) - Prevention Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 A central aspect of our work improving health in rural Guatemala is prevention. That means not only providing access to life-saving screenings, but also offering culturally relevant education and follow-up care so that patients have the information and ongoing support they need to respond to - [Comprehensive Care](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/comprehensive-care/) - Comprehensive Care Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 We’re committed to providing comprehensive care — partnering with patients over the long run and considering all aspects of their lives and health. Pablo Garcia, a Guatemalan nephrologist who is completing a fellowship in transplants at Stanford University, says that our focus on ongoing, - [Science](https://wuqukawoq.org/about-us/celebrating-15-years/science/) - Science Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 A fundamental feature of our work transforming health in rural Guatemala is our commitment to using science to provide the most effective care possible. We meticulously record and evaluate everything we do to understand what’s working, what’s not, and how to do better. We share - [In Honor Of](https://wuqukawoq.org/donate/in-honor-of/) - In Honor of Martina Hunt Langley Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Martina Hunt Langley (1916-2015) cared deeply about the people of Guatemala. In addition to raising four children, Martina served in World War II as a second lieutenant in the Women’s Army Corps and completed her law degree at Southern Methodist University. - [Respuesta ante COVID-19](https://wuqukawoq.org/covid-19-response-2/) - Respuesta al COVID-19 Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 El coronavirus se ha movido a través de las zonas rurales de Guatemala, como lo ha hecho en todo el mundo, creando nuevas amenazas para la salud de algunas de nuestras comunidades más vulnerables. Los empleos y los ingresos han desaparecido y la - [Más Sobre Nuestro Equipo](https://wuqukawoq.org/mas-sobre-nuestro-equipo-2/?lang=es) - More About Our Team Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Directors Anne Kraemer / Executive Director Carlos Dionicio, MD, MPH / Monitoring & Evaluation / Warehouse Manager / Navigator Claudia is originally from one of the communities of Tecpán, Paxorotot. She learned about Wuqu’ Kawoq in 2017, when she experienced complications in - [Escuela de campo de lengua maya](https://wuqukawoq.org/mayan-language-field-school/) - Mayan Language Field School Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 ¡Aprende Kaqchikel Maya en tus vacaciones de verano! Wuqu’ Kawoq | Maya Health Alliance, en coordinación con la Universidad de Maryland Language Science Center, organiza una clase intensiva de idioma Kaqchikel y una investigación con un mentor en las tierras altas de - [COVID-19 Response](https://wuqukawoq.org/programs/covid-19-response/) - Respuesta al COVID-19 Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 El coronavirus se ha movido a través de las zonas rurales de Guatemala, como lo ha hecho en todo el mundo, creando nuevas amenazas para la salud de algunas de nuestras comunidades más vulnerables. Los empleos y los ingresos han desaparecido y la - [Respuesta ante COVID-19](https://wuqukawoq.org/covid-19-response-2/) - COVID-19 Response Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 The coronavirus has moved through rural Guatemala, as it has across the world, creating new health threats for some of our most vulnerable communities. Jobs and incomes have disappeared, and malnutrition, which was already at devastating levels, is getting worse. The pandemic has overwhelmed - [Donor Dashboard](https://wuqukawoq.org/donor-dashboard/) - [Mayan Language Field School](https://wuqukawoq.org/mayan-language-field-school/) - Mayan Language Field School Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 Learn Kaqchikel Mayan on your summer vacation! Wuqu’ Kawoq | Maya Health Alliance, in coordination with the University of Maryland Language Science Center, hosts an intensive Kaqchikel language class and mentored research in highland Guatemala. Experienced Kaqchikel-speaking teachers plan the content and ## My Library - [Footer Spanish](https://wuqukawoq.org/?oceanwp_library=footer) - Köj a kanöj - [Footer Spanish](https://wuqukawoq.org/?oceanwp_library=footer) - Contáctanos - [Footer](https://wuqukawoq.org/?oceanwp_library=footer) - Contact Us - [Footer No Languages](https://wuqukawoq.org/?oceanwp_library=footer-2&lang=es) - Contáctanos - [Menu](https://wuqukawoq.org/?oceanwp_library=menu) - [Empty Callout](https://wuqukawoq.org/?oceanwp_library=empty-callout&lang=es) - [Header2](https://wuqukawoq.org/?oceanwp_library=header2) - COVID-19 Response Created by potrace 1.10, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2011 The coronavirus has moved through rural Guatemala, as it has across the world, creating new health threats for some of our most vulnerable communities. Jobs and incomes have disappeared, and malnutrition, which was already at devastating levels, is getting worse. The pandemic has overwhelmed ## Lean Player - [Demo: YouTube Video Player](https://wuqukawoq.org/?post_type=lean_player&p=29269) - [Demo: Vimeo Video Player](https://wuqukawoq.org/?post_type=lean_player&p=29270) - [Demo: HTML5 Video Player](https://wuqukawoq.org/?post_type=lean_player&p=29271) - [Demo: YouTube Video Player - Auto Play (Muted)](https://wuqukawoq.org/?post_type=lean_player&p=29272) - [Demo: Audio / Podcast Player - Speed 1.25](https://wuqukawoq.org/?post_type=lean_player&p=29273) ## Playlists - [Demo - Video Playlist](https://wuqukawoq.org/?post_type=lean_playlist&p=32684)