Today we are 2,000 associates in more than 57 communities that benefit from the processes promoted by the Association.  The achievements have been noteworthy:

The communities are represented by local boards in the Association. The activities are undertaken by commissions, promoters, and coordinators.  A transparent administration has allowed us to strengthen the people’s trust, to take advantage of all resources, and to fortify the evolution of processes.

Processes of Sustainable Development:  Agricultural production is organic, which answers to the Maya cultural concept of “working the land without violence”, or in harmony with nature.

Commercialization of products in Fair Trade: there are organic and artisan products that take part in processes of Fair Trade commercialization.  Quality production: taking part in the Fair Trade chains means a constant effort of the population to maintain products of high quality.  Investing in our own development: a minimum of 10% of the benefits are invested in new productive, education, and health projects.  Cultural Identity: cultural values and development projects have been strongly promoted from the Maya cosmovision point of view.

WHAT DO WE DO?

• Promotion of organic agriculture as a sustainable rural development model in the communities.
• Encouraging the improvement of the quality of life in the communities.
• Maintaining our traditions, values, and culture.
• Promoting our traditions, values, and culture.
• Promoting a democratic culture, encouraging the respect to individual, social, and cultural rights.
• Valuing women’s participation at all levels.
• Securing the process of the organization through communication projects to advance the critical conscience in the communities.
• Strengthening the community attitude.
• Promoting the preservation and sustainable management of Natural Resources.
• Maintaining communication and coordination with national and international institutions that support the development of our goals and objectives.