on 23 June a magnitude 7.5 earthquake hit Mexico with its epicenter in Oaxaca, where there is a predominant indigenous demographic. the majority of the damage occurred in indigenous pueblos that are still curently recovering from the devastating earthquake that happened 3 years ago. these same indigenous communities are also simultaneously experiencing displacement due to COVID 19 and lack of government aid. these are places that have the most vulnerability and need the most direct action and attention in recovery and aid.
post will be updated with donation links as they arise.
photographer Diego Huerta is donating sales of his beautiful portraits from his online store (in 13x19 format). 70% of the proceeds will go towards purchasing masks that will be sent out to areas most affected in Oaxaca. his portraits include charros & escaramuzas, día de muertos, inside Oaxaca, Tehuana and native nation. visit loveofcolors.com.
