The community of Santiago Suchilquitongo or "Suchil" is a semi-urban town located in Southern Mexico about an hour north outside of Oaxaca City.  The local population is approximately 11,000 and is located in an area called the Etla District. The district is known for its cantera stone carvings, cheese production, and fertile countryside. Agriculture is the dominant source of economic opportunities in Suchil though nearby towns are known for artisanal products like glass work, baskets, and pottery.

 

The Suchil community struggles with job creation for younger generations and the high costs of current infrastructure, which our nonprofit partner Tejiendo Alianzas strives to facilitate. Current chronic health issues in the community include diabetes, hypertension, and malnutrition.

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Tejiendo Alianzas has a facebook page with more information about its services for this growing community: 

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The local business we are working with is called Harina de Mesquite. The flour they  mill and sell can be bought on the following facebook page. Check them out! 

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"It is a "complete" protein, since it contains the eight essential amino acids and is gluten-free. It is considered as "The queen of proteins"."