We aim to create an equal environment benefitting vulnerable groups of people who join the project as Mates: as vendors of the print magazine and creators of its content.
Our magazine is a not-for-profit publication dedicated to documenting the unexpected in this beautiful, vibrant city that’s full of contradictions: Mexico City. We are part of the International Network of Street Papers (INSP).
Thanks to the work of voluntary workshop leaders and the social and editorial team at the magazine, the Mates receive training and gain useful skills which help them to achieve a better quality of life.
Mi Valedor (“My Mate”) is a social project that, through a bi-monthly magazine, workshops, and healthcare networks, offers vulnerable groups (homeless people, migrants, older people and disabled people) an opportunity to get back into the workplace and society. These people are the Mates.
At NGO Mi Valedor, we try to create an equal environment that benefits vulnerable populations, who join the project as Mates: as vendors of the print magazine and creators of its content (providing photographs and text). Their participation helps them regain skills and the sale of the magazine is a legitimate and reliable source of income for them.
Ahead of our upcoming exhibition in November, we took a tour of the National Museum of Anthropology in continuation with our drawing workshop. The National Museum of Anthropology is one of the most prominent museums in Mexico City and ranks among the most important museums in its category in the world. It was inaugurated in […]
On Thursday, August 3rd, Mi Valedor had the privilege of participating in the 2nd International Real Social Reintegration Symposium at Los Pinos, an event organized by the Mexico City Social Reintegration Institute. Sharing our insights and experiences alongside other organizations devoted to working with vulnerable populations was a true honor. This gathering provided a valuable […]
We took part in the 16th Great Book and Movie Auction by the Monument to the Revolution. The event was organized by the Ministry of Culture of Mexico City to celebrate culture, reading, and diversity. We were absolutely thrilled to be given the opportunity to participate in such a wonderful event and the chance to […]
On Thursday, July 27th, graduates of our month-long creative expressionist drawing sessions, got the chance to present the fruits of their labour. In attendance were our passionate programme graduates, accompanied by the talented band of la Plaza de la Concepción. Our heartfelt thanks go out to artist and guide Toro Amillategui, everyone who attended the […]
We were invited to give a photography class at the summer art and justice program for youth organized by @anafenoll at IMDOSOC. We talked about the work at Mi Valedor where photography is one of the means we use to document realities and express unique perspectives. We conveyed this passion, which we consider a powerful […]
We have been on a cultural adventure to the museum! On Tuesday, July 18th, we had a enjoyable experience visiting the Templo Mayor Museum. It is a fascinating place that offers a deep insight into the rich history of the ancient city of Tenochtitlan, now present-day Mexico City. Thank you to the Templo Mayor Museum […]