Independent Maya Ixil Translator & Interpreter Serving Nationwide
Expert Maya Ixil Translating & Interpreting Services
Independent Maya Ixil Translator & Interpreter Serving Nationwide
Independent Maya Ixil Translator & Interpreter Serving Nationwide
Independent Maya Ixil Translator & Interpreter Serving Nationwide
➤ At 17, Brayan's life turned upside down in 1/2 hour, the time it took him to pack his bags and leave, alone, Guatemala for the United States. He tells the story of his journey and adaptation to an unknown country
Brayan Brito knew that education was the key to unlock his future. Determination to overcome all obstacles has brought him success, opportunity, and a desire to contribute to the community.
Como tantos otros menores latinos, Brayan se decidió a cruzar solo la frontera. Cuatro años después de abandonar Guatemala, se graduó con honores en la preparatoria en EEUU.
In this personal reflection, Brayan Brito (from the Maya Ixil Nation of Nebaj, Guatemala) shares his journey of reclaiming his cultural heritage. After experiencing a personal disconnect from his roots, Brayan explains how he began an independent pursuit of his ancestral history, language, and traditions.
He discusses the critical need for programs like "Restoring Our Ancestral Knowledge," which provide community spaces for youth to explore their heritage through dance, music, and art. This video serves as both an educational look into the preservation of Maya culture and a call to action to support indigenous identity, especially for youth in the Washington, D.C. area.
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