What I've Learned from Mayan Women: A Conversation with Deborah Chandler

This is a recording of a virtual event that took place October 3, 2026. The link to watch the recording will be shared with you in your confirmation email after your donation. Thank you for supporting Friendship Bridge!

At this live virtual event sponsored by the Global Satellite Friendship Circle, author Deborah Chandler spoke on what she has learned after years of working closely with Mayan women in Guatemala, and specifically, Mayan weavers.

Deborah is a weaver, weaving instructor, and author who has lived in Guatemala for 26 years. She is the co-founder of Weave a Real Peace (WARP) and was country director of Mayan Hands for nine years; these organizations support indigenous weavers and fair trade sales of their products worldwide. She's the author of several books focused on Guatemala and traditional textiles including Traditional Weavers of Guatemala: Their Stories, Their Lives.

This recording of the event featured a conversation with Deborah, a live Q&A, and discussion with participants.