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Preserving Mayan Heritage: Native American Health Center’s Mission to Serve the Mam-Speaking Community

Aug 23, 2024 | Breastfeeding Support, Cultural Diversity, Family Wellness, Health and Wellness, Infant Care, Lactation, Maternal Care, Parenting, Videos, WIC Agencies, WIC Stories

Mayra and Victornia are dedicated Native American Health Center (NAHC) WIC staff serving the indigenous Mam-speaking community in Oakland. They provide WIC services and classes in Mam, an ancient Mayan language from Central and South America, which is the first language for many WIC parents. By offering education and breastfeeding support in Mam, Mayra and Victornia help preserve this important aspect of Mayan heritage, making NAHC WIC a crucial part of the community.

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