Linguistic diversity is an important site of resistance and resilience for Indigenous communities. Enjoy a musical performance by Pat Boy Rap Maya. Jesús Pat Chablé, commonly known by his stage name Pat Boy Rap Maya or Pat Boy, is a Mexican rapper of Maya heritage who often sings in the Yucatec Maya language. Pat Boy is regarded as one of the leaders of Maya-language rap in Mexico. He is one of the founders and producers of ADN Maya films, a record label for other Maya-language musicians and artists. Presented by Comunidades Indigentes en Liderazgo (CIELO).
3:30-3:45 Marimba
3:45-4:20 conversation with Pat boy Rap Maya and Alba González ( Maya K’iche language advocate)
4:20- 4:40 Performance by Pat Boy
4:40-5:00 Closing Dance of the Yucatán Peninsula