Celebrating Motherhood: Insights from Andean Communities

For Mother’s Day, we chatted with some of the moms in our artisan cooperatives. We asked them about their experiences and beliefs to gain a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and joys they face in their roles as mothers. Community Celebrations and Values: In Patacancha, families celebrate Mother's Day by exchanging gifts, sharing meals, and offering flowers to their mothers. “On Mother’s Day we celebrate by gifting a flower, we share a meal in the school and give some gifts,” said Graciela. They celebrate in an intimate manner within their homes. These celebrations reflect the importance placed on honoring...