The Bií Hioxo wind farm and its Community Center, Nacanu’ Bií, organized a series of activities to mark the celebration of Children’s Day.
The first event was a traditional “Calenda” parade, which started at Deportivo Santa Martha and made its way to Nacanu’ Bií, walking through the streets of the Seventh Section. Participants included:
- Members of the dance workshop, who wore hand-crafted tiliche costumes they had made in a workshop facilitated by the Community Center coordinators.
- Members of the “Pitu nisiaba” music project and a regional band.
- Parents and other members of the local community.
Throughout the parade, aguas frescas were offered to neighbors and onlookers, while parents handed out sweets to children who came out of their homes, promoting community interaction and a festive atmosphere. Strategic stops were made along the route at key corners with higher foot traffic. The parade ended at the Nacanu’ Bií Community Center.
Road safety education is essential for raising responsible citizens who understand and respect traffic rules. Learning these principles from a young age helps children develop safe habits, encourages respect for others, and fosters greater awareness of how to behave in public spaces.
In 2024 alone, the city of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Oaxaca, recorded 1,963 traffic accidents—72% involving men and 28% involving women.
In light of this, a road safety talk was held by volunteers from the Juchitán Fire Department, aimed primarily at children.
Teaching these values early on is a crucial step toward building a future with fewer accidents and more harmonious coexistence on our streets.
“Thank you so much for the invitation. It’s always a pleasure to work with Bií Hioxo and Nacanu’ Bií and promote better citizenship through education,”said Luis Ángel Gómez Ruiz, volunteer of the Juchitán Fire Department.
As part of the day’s fun activities, three piñatas were broken, filling the atmosphere with laughter and excitement.
The event concluded with a screening of the film “My Neighbor Totoro”, accompanied by traditional popcorn and aguas frescas, staples of Mexican culture.
The community’s response was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing interest in continuing these types of initiatives that promote cultural values, road safety, and children’s wellbeing.
Without a doubt, the event helped strengthen cultural identity and community participation.
