The cloud forest people of Oaxaca whose undefeated mountain strongholds, tonal language complexity, and communal governance made them the most self-sufficient and most quietly sovereign indigenous nation in southern Mexico.
Mixe People — the Ayuuk, the indigenous nation of the Sierra Mixe in the northeastern highlands of Oaxaca whose cloud forest mountains, some of the most biologically diverse terrain in North America, provided the natural fortress within which the Mixe maintained their independence against the Aztec Empire, the Spanish colonial administration, and every subsequent Mexican government in an unbroken record of communal sovereignty whose most celebrated expression is the town of Tlahuitoltepec, whose community radio station, intercultural university, and brass band tradition have made it the most internationally recognized model of indigenous self-governance in Mexico. The Mixe world — whose Ayuuk language, a tonal language of extraordinary phonological complexity belonging to the Mixe-Zoquean family whose ancient roots connect the Mixe to the Olmec civilization of the Gulf coast in one of Mesoamerica's most debated linguistic relationships, is spoken by over one hundred thousand people in the Sierra Mixe communities whose tequio communal labor system, cargo governance structure, and usos y costumbres customary law maintain a form of participatory democracy whose continuity from pre-colonial times represents the most complete survival of indigenous political tradition in Oaxaca. This interactive t-shirt connects you to that cloud forest and sovereign legacy with a QR code linking to the full story.
HERITAG is a purpose-driven brand that celebrates cultural diversity and awareness. Wear and share your social identity and cultural heritage with a unique collection of interactive t-shirts that carry flags of indigenous people in Mexico. Create informative and fun moments by inviting people to scan the visible QR code and learn about the diverse population in Mexico.
Making products on demand instead of in bulk also helps reduce overproduction, and this quality t-shirt is made especially for you as soon as you place an order.
Few more details about this t-shirt: • Scannable QR code printed on the back for an interactive and fun experience • Designed to educate about a nation's proud history and rich culture • Custom print-on-demand unisex t-shirt • 100% cotton Gildan t-shirt. Soft, comfy, pre-shrunk jersey knit • Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester • Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Classic fit, taped neck and shoulders for soft feel • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem for more durability • Fabric weight: 5.0-5.3 oz./yd² (170-180 g/m²)
