The Embroidery Group
Hermelinda remembers how a nun’s initiative helped prompt a community embroidery group in 1989.
El Salvador
The May “Guinda”: Crossing the Sumpul River
Juana relates her difficult experience during the May Guinda, attempting to cross the Sumpul River with her four children.
The National Guard Shoots at Students
Ramón tells how he and his sisters were attacked by the National Guard and paramilitaries while returning home from school.
The Origins of the War
Trinidad analyzes the causes that prompted the war.
The Peace Accords
Trinidad explains the military did not fully abide by the Peace Accords during the resettlment process.
Trauma
Celestino describes the symptoms of trauma faced during the war.
What is a “Guinda”?
Hermelinda explains the meaning of the term “guinda”.