MAIA is a registered nonprofit that operates dynamic programming centered on connecting the talents of young women with the opportunities of the 21st century in Guatemala. MAIA is known for the following:
- It is among the few organizations in Guatemala that is led and run by Mayan women from the rural villages it serves.
- MAIA's Impact School is a bold initiative that is redefining the world "school" in Central America.
- Depth over breadth: MAIA integrated approach is "eco-systemic" and considers all of the key actors in each Girl Pioneer's life.
- Driven by data: Graduates of MAIA are 50x more likely to attend university. In 2018, Girl Pioneers in middle school averaged 270% growth in math.
- Abundance mindset: MAIA is Guatemala's platform for girl-focused innovation and best practices. In 2018, over 20 organizations accessed new methodologies via MAIA.