Guarantee Internet Access for Mayan Ixil Youth

In Chajul, Quiché where mountains surround humble adobe and wooden homes lives Jacinta Asicona, a mother, weaver, and homemaker, with her 10-year-old daughter, Juana. Their home, though simple, is full of love, culture, and a deep desire to move forward.

Not long ago, Juana could only dream of studying beyond what the small local school could offer. But everything changed when NovaNet arrived. For the first time, in the middle of their packed-earth kitchen, Juana was able to access the internet through a mobile phone. With her mother’s support, she began exploring educational videos, schoolwork, and interactive stories.

María, who only studied up to second grade herself, watches with hope as her daughter explores the world through a small screen.

“I never had that chance, but now Juana can learn something new every day,” she says, standing proudly beside her.

Thanks to the connection provided by NovaNet, Juana not only keeps up with her classes from home she now dreams of becoming a teacher, so she can educate other children in her community. Meanwhile, María has begun to receive weaving orders via WhatsApp something she never imagined would be possible.

Where others don’t reach, NovaNet connects.What’s next:

We believe that a connected community is a stronger community. In the coming months:
We will expand coverage to one more community.
We will continue proving that internet access is not a luxury  it’s a right that helps us grow together.

Thank you for being part of this digital dream. We connect more than data  we connect lives.