Wednesday August 5

Today we wrapped up our work at St. Jude's school mixing cement for the fencing. It was another hot day, but we were excited to continue working. After our work at the school, we joined a protest in front of the local water facility. Based on what the families told us, the people of the Mayan village are unhappy with the management of funds with the local water utility. There were many people at the gathering who were happy to see a change in current representation in the board. This was part protest and part celebration, where many families celebrated by making tamales.

At the end of the day we visited the Maya Center Women's Group Gift Shop. The purchases go directly to the families of the village, and most work is created by the women of Maya Center.