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Asociación Azul Originario, El Salvador
In recognition of the International Day of Indigenous Women, the Asociación Azul Originario (AZO) paid a heartfelt living tribute to Sigualamat, known in Náhuat as Chicuace Nantzin aun ume Piltzin (“six little mothers and two little princes”) and also known as Guadalupe Estrada.
A visionary woman, tireless advocate, and guardian of ancestral memory, her leadership has been essential to the revitalization of the Náhuat language, spirituality, and the transmission of Indigenous knowledge in El Salvador.
The tribute brought together representatives from the Nahuizalco Indigenous Communities Council, the Juayúa Indigenous Communities Council and the Association of Councils of Indigenous Peoples of Cuzcatlán, who reaffirmed their shared commitment to defending, promoting, and sustaining their cultural roots.
The day was brought to life by the talent of children from the Arte en TrAzo art school and the Do, Re, Mi Azul music school, who dedicated paintings and melodies to Sigualamat—filling the space with color, memory, and hope.
During the event, the documentary “Sigualamat: Her Voice, Her Legacy, and Her Story” was screened, capturing her personal and professional journey and her invaluable contributions to preserving Náhuat and defending the rights of Indigenous peoples.
AZO’s team also performed songs—some composed by Sigualamat and others translated into Nawat—as a tribute to her spiritual and cultural work.
One of the most meaningful moments was the unveiling of a mural created by children from Arte en TrAzo, honoring her life, legacy, and commitment as an Indigenous woman who has dedicated her life to elevating and strengthening the culture of Indigenous people.
Through this tribute, AZO reaffirms its commitment to advancing the revitalization and visibility of Indigenous and Afro-descendant roots—so that new generations can learn, honor, and keep alive the country’s true history.