Our articles cover a wide range of topics, from women’s empowerment to indigenous education to Bolivian society and politics. Our aim is to inform, inspire and bring our readers closer to the Chaco and the issues that matter to us most.
Bartolina Sisa, a Bolivian heroine
September 5th commemorates the International Day of Indigenous Women. The day honors the legacy of Bartolina Sisa, an Aymara leader who was executed in 1782 for organizing a sweeping rebellion against Spanish colonial rule. Sisa was born in 1750 in Q'ara Qhatu, an...
Everything worth something, costs something
At the beginning of the semester, I was anxious. Anxious to know what it would be like to study at a higher level and incredibly happy to begin a new stage of my life, but a little scared, afraid of failing and losing out on opportunities (a university scholarship and...
The Other “Most Important Election in a Generation”
In a few days, voters will go to the polls. They will decide the leadership of their country as they confront grave challenges to its democratic institutions against the backdrop of the ongoing ravages of the COVID-19 pandemic and its accompanying economic turmoil.
COVID-19 Exacerbates Gender Inequalities in Latin America
We are not all in this together. Sure, we are all experiencing the common disruption that is COVID-19. But some are shouldering the burden more heavily than others. One such group is women in Latin America.
Celebration of Women in Modern Bolivia
In Bolivia, there are two holidays in each calendar year which recognize and celebrate women. By exploring the roots of these holidays, we open a window into Bolivian culture and history.
Peanut Soup – A Delicious Microcosm of the Slow Life
From planting, to harvesting, to de-shelling, to cooking, to eating, peanut soup is a delicious microcosm of life at a slower pace.
Extractivism in Bolivia
While extractive industries like natural gas can spur investment in infrastructure and create jobs, Bolivia’s history provides a stark warning on the fleeting benefits of economic growth based on export commodities.
Why the Chaco Fund?
“Why are we doing this?” As members of the Chaco Fund’s Board of Directors rolled down the main highway in the Chaco on one rainy and humid day this past November, this question led to a pause in conversation.
Life in the Chaco
The Chaco Fund is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that seeks to empower young women in Bolivia by unlocking educational opportunities.
Why Educate Women?
The Chaco Fund is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that seeks to empower young women in Bolivia by unlocking educational opportunities.
Welcome to the Chaco Fund!
The Chaco Fund is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that seeks to empower young women in Bolivia by unlocking educational opportunities.
