Raising the consciousness of women about a peaceful existence within a culture of tolerance
"Our purpose: improving the quality of life of Kuna women through selling craftwork; helping Kuna women be conscious of the conservation of their Indigenous knowledge; and valuing and caring for our Mother Earth."
Action Areas
Traditions
Christianity,
Indigenous
Sub-Traditions
Baptist,
Catholic
Number of Members
7
Location
Panama, Panama
Joined URI Network
This Cooperation Circle (CC) is dedicated to working with crafts. The majority of members are Kuna Indigenous women who do not speak Spanish, only their Kuna language. Through the arts and crafts they create, members are able to feed and educate their children. They also organize workshops in which they exchange experiences with other organizations and participate in fairs at a national level. CC members participate in seminars on preserving historic art designs. Youth also participate in CC meetings with other religions and conduct presentations of Indigenous dances and songs.
