Natün, a local non-profit in Guatemala, is working to improve climate resilience in Indigenous communities facing the impacts of climate change, such as disruptions to the rain cycle and erosion leading to food insecurity. By combining modern agriculture techniques with ancestral knowledge, the project aims to empower communities to be architects of their own resilience. Through establishing family food gardens, training women in climate-resilient practices, and focusing on sustainable agriculture, the project enhances food security, income diversification, and climate adaptation. The use of Indigenous practices has led to positive impacts on food production and income growth, providing practical tools for communities to address climate risks and empowering them to respond to environmental challenges. This approach is crucial in highly exposed countries like Guatemala and can be replicated in other Indigenous communities facing similar challenges.
In Guatemala, Indigenous women build climate resilience with old and new farming methods
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