Mayan Language Preservation Event in San Jose Poaquil
A 2018 census found over 6.4 million Guatemalans speak Mayan languages like Xinca, Garifuna.
An illustrated book was published with UNESCO, Cholsamaj, and the Mayan Language Preservation Project.
97% of the school's 250+ students speak Kaqchikel and read a translation of Victor Santos's story.
Sara Curruchich emphasized kids should adopt languages with love, becoming guardians.
The event focused on 22 Mayan languages, including four endangered: Itza', Uspantek, Mopan, Chorti.