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Patricia Velásquez, a successful model and actress, founded the organization Wayuu Taya to enhance the welfare of the Wayuu Indigenous group in Venezuela. Despite not speaking Wayuunaiki or living among the Wayuu, Velásquez has gained respect and support from the community due to her Wayuu heritage. Wayuu Taya has implemented various programs, including installing water pumps, establishing schools, and providing nutritional support to children. The organization aims to prevent Wayuu families from being forced to migrate by improving their living conditions. Wayuu Taya has formed partnerships with other organizations and operates with a small budget, employing mostly Indigenous staff. Velásquez believes in preserving Indigenous cultures and promoting education as a means of cultural change. [Extracted from the article]

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