Panolti, ne notoca Mayela-Yaoxochitl! Hello, my name is Mayela-Yaoxochitl! I am a Nahua/Chichimeca descended activist, mother, and wife who was raised in Mexico and in occupied Tocobaga land. I am the founder of small business Yaoxochitl which is my given Nahuatl name that translates to warflower/flores de guerra. 

My father was a victim of homicide after being taken back to our lands by ICE and it is this traumatic incident that inspired me to be vocal about human rights in my community. Since then, I have had the honor in serving with many social justice organizations fighting for Indigenous and black lives in Florida, California, and now Massachusetts. 

I had a dream for my comrades and I to be able to use our voices not only in the streets but on items that we use everyday, which led to the creation of my small business and manifesting this dream through art and accessories. 

I strive to continue fighting for my children, for my ancestors before me, and for the generations that will come after me.

Tlazocamati for your love, support, and most of all for believing in my art!