Meet Us - Inveraxo

Our Story

Inveraxo began in 2018 when a group of financial educators in Chiapas realized that translating existing materials into indigenous languages wasn't enough. Communities needed content that reflected their economic realities, respected their traditional practices, and was designed with them, not for them.

What started as a small pilot program in three Tzotzil-speaking communities has grown into a network serving dozens of communities across multiple states and languages. Our growth has been intentional and community-led—we only expand when we can maintain quality and cultural authenticity.

Today, we're a team of 15 full-time staff and over 40 community facilitators, all committed to economic empowerment that honors indigenous knowledge and dignity.

Leadership Team

Our leaders bring diverse backgrounds in education, indigenous rights, finance, and community development.

Ana Martínez

Executive Director

Carlos Hernández

Programs Director

Xochitl López

Language & Culture Lead

Our Values

These principles guide every decision we make and every program we design.

Cultural Respect

Indigenous economic systems and traditional knowledge are sophisticated and valuable. We build on existing strengths rather than imposing external frameworks.

Linguistic Justice

Financial education in your mother tongue is a right, not a privilege. We invest heavily in quality translation and cultural adaptation.

Community Partnership

Communities are experts on their own needs. We co-design programs with local leaders rather than delivering pre-packaged solutions.

Equity Focus

Financial systems have historically excluded indigenous peoples. We actively work to dismantle barriers and advocate for systemic change.

Sustainability

Economic development should strengthen communities without compromising cultural integrity or environmental wellbeing.

Collective Approach

We prioritize cooperative and community-based economic models that align with indigenous values of mutual support.

Community Facilitators

Our greatest strength is our network of community facilitators—indigenous educators who deliver programs in their own communities and languages. They're not just translators; they're cultural bridges who understand both traditional practices and modern financial systems.

Facilitators undergo extensive training in financial education, adult learning methods, and community organizing. But they also bring invaluable knowledge that no external training can provide: deep understanding of local economic practices, trust within their communities, and lived experience of the challenges participants face.

Many of our facilitators are women who've built their own small businesses or led savings circles. Others are young people committed to staying in their communities while creating economic opportunity. All are passionate advocates for their communities' economic empowerment.

Our Partners

We collaborate with organizations that share our commitment to indigenous rights and economic justice.

Indigenous Organizations

We work closely with indigenous rights organizations, language preservation groups, and community associations to ensure our programs align with broader advocacy efforts.

Ethical Financial Institutions

Partnerships with credit unions, cooperative banks, and microfinance institutions that respect indigenous communities and offer fair, accessible services.

Educational Institutions

Collaborations with universities and research centers help us continuously improve our methods and document impact while respecting community knowledge.

Government Agencies

Strategic partnerships with development programs focused on indigenous communities, advocating for policies that support linguistic and cultural rights.

Meet Our Team