Our Programs
Every woman we train in La Guajira, Colombia is a leader emerging from decades of economic exclusion
Wayuu families face some of the most severe challenges in Latin America— food insecurity, water scarcity, displacement, and a lack of economic opportunities for women. Yet Wayuu women are resilient, creative, and determined to protect their culture and land for the next generation.
Our approach rests on two foundational beliefs: 1) solutions must come from within the community; and 2) empowering women is the most efficient way to invest in a better world.
With your support, we are creating opportunities for women that honor their cultural, strengthen livelihoods, and build self-determined futures.
Scroll down to learn about our programs.
La Escuela Yala'yalaa
Yala'yalaa is Wayuunaiki for stong, brave, empowered.
Through the Yala'yalaa School for Women's Empowerment & Entrepreneurship, we offer the artisans in our collective three 10-month courses focused on:
- Positive Leadership & Communication
- Product Innovation
- Sustainable Community-led Entrepreneurship
Community Project Seed Capital
After graduating from the Yala'yalaa School, artisans have the opportunity to present their community project ideas to us for funding.
Projects must be sustainable and must generate income for women while improving quality of life for the entire community. Examples of projects we've funded include:
- A bulk food co-op
- Water cisterns
- Eco tourism projects
La Casa Para los Niños del Mundo
This after school program managed by our partners at Fundación Talento Colectivo serves Indigenous, Afro-Colombian, displaced and migrant children living in vulnerable conditions in La Guajira, Colombia.
Classes focus on environmental stewardship through art, music & dance, and activities such as tree planting, water blessings, and community-wide trash clean ups.
Travel with us to La Guajira
It’s official— our next Solidarity Trip will take place March 19-26, 2026.
These trips are a unique opportunity to step inside our organization and become part of this life changing work.
Sent us a message to express your interest and we'll book an introductory call.
Make an end of year gift today.
Donations like yours are vital to helping One Thread Collective reach hundreds more Wayúu women who are waiting to join our programs.
Join our inner circle of Dream Weavers by signing up for monthly donations of at least $25 or $300 annually and receive our special monthly newsletter and invitations to donor-only events. 100% of your gift will go towards programs that uplift and empower Wayuu women.
One Thread Collective is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization based in California. Your donation is 100% tax-deductible.
