Our Partner Communities
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Current Projects
Past Projects
San Martín Jilotepeque
Dates Worked: 2011-2012
The territory is located in the Guatemalan altiplano with an average altitude of 5,760 meters above sea level and is generally mountainous, with 31 peaks found within its limits. ALDEA and ABPD partnered with the municipality of San Martín Jilotepeque from 2011-2012.
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Chimaltenango
Dates Worked: 2021 -
Chimaltenango is located in a valley criss-crossed by 6 rivers with an average elevation of 5,900 feet above sea-level. The city was founded in 1526 as a military base and is currently home to 97,000 people. Chimaltenango's strategic location between Guatemala City and Quetzaltenango, Guatemala's two largest cities, positions it as an important commercial hub in the region.
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Tecpán
Dates Worked: 2017+
Known as the first capital of Guatemala, Tecpán compromises 35 villages. ALDEA and ABPD began partnering with the municipality of Tecpán in 2017.
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Comalapa
Dates Worked: 2019+
A beautiful town nationally known for its colorful murals that reflect traditions and values of community life. ALDEA and ABPD began partnering with the municipality of San Juan Comalapa in 2019.
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Santa Apolonia
Dates Worked: 2013-2019
Santa Apolonia is well known for its art and craftwork culture and a robust history of agriculture. ALDEA and ABPD partnered with the municipality of Santa Apolonia from 2013-2019.
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Patzún
Dates Worked: 2006-2017
Located in the mountainous highlands, Patzún was founded in the 12th century by the Kaqchikel Maya. The annual agricultural cycle is important to daily life and the community. ALDEA and ABPD partnered with the municipality of Patzún from 2006 to 2017.
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