MHC's mission is to reunite modern indigenous communities with their past heritage, enhance cultural awareness, and empower communities through educational initiatives, collaboration with academic institutions, and innovative approaches to heritage preservation. 

Strategic Planning FAQ Maya Heritage Center (MHC) 

1. What is Maya Heritage Center (MHC)?

Maya Heritage Center (MHC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation, education, and promotion of Maya heritage. Our programs span diverse areas, including community workshops, cultural tourism, academic publications, educational technology, and more, all aimed at fostering cultural awareness, knowledge, and sustainable development within Maya communities.

2. What is MHC's mission?

MHC's mission is to reunite modern indigenous communities with their past heritage, enhance cultural awareness, and empower communities through educational initiatives, collaboration with academic institutions, and innovative approaches to heritage preservation.

3. What are MHC's main program offerings?

MHC offers a range of program offerings, including:

- Social Media "Hangout": Interactive online sessions discussing archaeology and Maya heritage.

- Community Education Program: Collaborative education, technology integration, and heritage awareness in rural schools.

- Journal of Maya Heritage: Publication platform for academics and individuals to contribute to Maya heritage studies.

- Bio-Expeditions: Cultural and educational expeditions to Maya sites with trained leaders and archaeologists.

- Archaeological Atlas Update: Digital atlases for updated archaeological data preservation and accessibility.

- Community Heritage Workshops: Workshops for heritage identification, preservation, and community engagement.

- Student Exchange Programme: Academic and cultural exchange programs between local and foreign universities.

- Polytechnical University of the Maya World: Technical education for eco-technias and rural development.

- Virtual Museum: Digital platform for accessible Maya heritage exploration and virtual site visits.

4. How does MHC plan to engage with communities?

MHC engages communities through workshops, education, and collaboration. We work closely with local leaders, academic partners, and community members to identify the needs for research, conservation, restoration, and recovery of the bio-cultural heritage, develop educational content, and implement programs that strengthen identity and knowledge.

5. How does MHC contribute to education?

MHC's programs provide educational opportunities through workshops, digital resources, cultural experiences, and academic collaborations. We focus on enhancing literacy, technical skills, and cultural awareness among students and community members.

6. What sets MHC's programs apart from others?

MHC differentiates itself through its innovative and inclusive approach. We collaborate with non-traditional presenters, offer accessible content in plain language, and engage diverse audiences, including Spanish-speaking communities. Our programs combine research, technology, and community involvement for holistic heritage preservation.

7. How does MHC collaborate with universities and institutions?

MHC collaborates with academic institutions like Universidad Tecnologica de Cancun, Universidad Intercultural de Campeche, Kennesaw State University, and more. These collaborations involve joint initiatives, publication partnerships, exchange programs, and digital atlas projects to enhance academic research and community engagement.

8. How does MHC promote cultural tourism?

MHC's Bio-Expeditions offer immersive cultural experiences led by trained community leaders and archaeologists. These expeditions provide travelers with unique insights into Maya heritage and community life, fostering cultural exchange and awareness.

9. How does MHC contribute to sustainable rural development?

MHC's Polytechnical University program offers 2-year productive careers in eco-technias and controlled farming environments. This initiative equips individuals with technical skills, promotes sustainable farming practices, and supports rural prosperity, reducing goods transportation costs. Providing capacities for self-management, care, and use of their biocultural heritage.

10. How can individuals and organizations get involved with MHC?

Individuals and organizations can contribute to MHC through donations, partnerships, academic collaborations, volunteer opportunities, and participation in our programs. By engaging with us, you can actively support Maya heritage conservation, education, and community empowerment.

11. How can I stay updated on MHC's activities and initiatives?

Stay connected with MHC by visiting our website, following our social media channels, subscribing to our Hangout program, and participating in our programs. We regularly share updates, event announcements, and educational content to keep our community informed and engaged.

Maya Heritage Center Vision:

To be a global leader in cultural preservation, education, and community empowerment, inspiring a profound appreciation for Maya heritage and fostering a future where diverse communities unite to celebrate and protect our shared cultural legacy.

1. Assess contemporary impacts on cultural heritage and formulate long-term sustainable alliances and strategies for the improvement of tangible and intangible cultural heritage in contemporary society:

• • Objective: Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the current influences and effects on cultural heritage in order to identify areas for improvement and develop sustainable partnerships and strategies for the preservation and enhancement of both physical and intangible cultural heritage in today's society.

2. Act as a liaison between governments, local communities, and other stakeholders, including descendant peoples, to promote stewardship of cultural heritage:

• Objective: Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among governmental bodies, local communities, and various stakeholders, including indigenous communities and descendant groups, to foster a sense of responsibility and ownership towards cultural heritage, encouraging its preservation, protection, and promotion.

3. Assist government authorities in updating the registry and inventory of archaeological heritage, utilizing advanced technology to enrich the archaeological Atlas of the Maya world and promote these sites sustainably:

• Objective: Support government authorities in the task of maintaining an up-to-date and comprehensive registry and inventory of archaeological heritage by incorporating advanced technologies to enhance the Archaeological Atlas of the Maya world. This includes leveraging innovative tools and methods to document, preserve, and promote these sites in a sustainable manner, ensuring their continued accessibility and appreciation.

4. Support intercultural development in the Maya world, focusing on potential archaeologists and facilitating the transfer of knowledge and heritage values:

• Objective: Foster intercultural development within the Maya world by specifically targeting aspiring archaeologists. This involves facilitating the exchange of knowledge and heritage values between academic institutions and practical fieldwork, establishing relationships with development organizations at national and international levels to establish a network that standardizes archaeological techniques. The aim is to create a collaborative system that promotes archaeological development and advances the understanding of Mayan culture within the country.

Believing that the profession not only has the same opportunity and capacity as the rest of the professions, but also has the same dignity and meaning of the past in the life of the present. Honesty, gender equality, religion and cultural diversity, interculturality, responsibility, cooperation, empowerment and rights are found in the work platform. 

We are not linked to any political party or to any creed or religious tendency. We also do not discriminate against any interested party for political or religious reasons.

Other values ​​are autonomy of decision and action, trust, optimization and efficiency, volunteering, organization and coordination of the effort.