The Messenger Witch of Bocana de Paiwas

A book to sustain us 📖.

With your donation you receive a book and support women's rights defenders in Central America.

More than 10 women human rights defenders in Central America are assaulted every day just for speaking out

With your donation, you will receive a copy of The Messenger Witch of Bocana de Paiwas and strengthen protection, healing and collective care networks for women defenders at risk and their communities.

Jamileth's story, the memory of many

The Messenger Witch of Bocana de Paiwas is the autobiographical story of Jamileth, a Nicaraguan woman, indigenous, peasant, feminist and migrant. A testimony of racism and precariousness, but also of networks, spirituality and collective strength.

Her memory is a reflection of that of many. Between 2012 and 2025, the Mesoamerican Initiative of Women Human Rights Defenders (Iniciativa Mesoamericana de Mujeres Defensoras de Derechos Humanos) registered 54,395 aggressions against women human rights defenders in Central America.

The erosion of democracy, militarization and violence against activists in the region is not an isolated phenomenon: it is part of a global wave that restricts rights.

Against this backdrop, LBTQI+ women and communities organize with courage and creativity to protect life and defend their territories.

This campaign exists to accompany them.

Supporting women's rights defenders in Central America

When you donate, you receive a copy of La Bruja Mensajera de Bocana de Paiwas and:

Sostienes shelters for women defenders at risk and their families

You strengthen healing processes based on ancestral knowledge.

You contribute to a comprehensive response to the increase in violence.

Contribute to the financing of their community projects

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does my money go?

Calala redistributes resources to those who generally do not have access to other sources of income.

We know that organizations led by LBTIQ+ women and LBTIQ+ individuals are the ones who know their contexts and needs best and organize themselves to propose solutions based on that experience. We provide them with economic resources, we offer accompaniment and promote meeting spaces that are strategic to the sustainability of their organizations.

Your donation money will go directly to those who need it most.

Who are the people who will receive my donation money?

We give priority to organizations of migrant and refugee women, youth, indigenous, Afro-descendant, domestic and care workers, people with disabilities and LBTIQ+ people.

Can I deduct taxes on my donation?

Yes, you can deduct donations you have made to Calala on your income tax return.

It follows up to an 80% of what you donate. Therefore, of the 23€ you contribute, you can deduct up to 18€.

How can I donate each month and join the Calala Community?

It's easy! Enter here, choose your monthly amount and complete your information. Thus, you become part of our Community that supports the rights of women and LBTIQ+ people in Spain and Central America.

If you have any questions, please contact us at donantes@calala.org.