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El Circulo / The Circle 

Aztec Circle Citlaltonac is traditional ceremonial group and organization that aims to preserve and promote Mexican heritage by focusing on ceremonial traditions. It welcomes individuals who are interested in learning about the native customs and practices of the Anahuac people, which includes natural medicine. By engaging in activities such as ceremonial dancing and Indigenous talking circles, both of which have been handed down through generations, this initiative creates a secure environment for participants to discover their sense of belonging, find balance in their daily lives, and establish connections with others.

 

For the past several years, each gathering has become more than just a tool to bring their community together. It is about learning a new language, the poetry behind the songs, the medicinal properties and the use in everyday herbs, the structure, and discipline of being a part of a circle.

Established in 2007 in Coachella Valley, and with it's roots starting in Salamanca Guanajuato Mexico back in 1942, Citlaltonac has expanded its reach to local and out of town communities participating in a variety of venues such as museums, organizations, city hosted events, and inner tribal ceremonies in the areas of Coachella Valley, Banning, San Bernardino, Riverside, Baldwin Park, Los Angeles, Orange County, Yuma, and Phoenix, AZ.
Caravanserai Project - Social Entrepreneurship, Engagement, & Development (SEED) Lab Pre-Accerlerator
https://socialinnovation.ucr.edu/seed-lab-2018-cohort
Founders Gabriela & Claudia J Armenta of Aztec Circle Citlaltonac was selected to join the 2018/2019 Seed Lab Pre-accelerator to advance our mission and increase our impact.
SEED LAB is a competitive training  and mentorship program for social entrepreneurs  in the Inland Empire developed by Caravanserai Project and the University of California, Riverside.
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