A FIGHT FOR WATER, WETLANDS, AND WOMEN
Jimena Silva is the heart and vision behind SHEnampa, a venture dedicated to the ecological and cultural resurrection of Xochimilco’s ancient chinampas. Merging the wisdom of ancestral farming with modern sustainability, Jimena is transforming these "floating gardens" from abandoned relics into a vibrant, women-led model for urban agriculture. SHEnampa doesn't just grow food; it restores the soul of the wetlands, empowering local communities to protect their water and heritage while proving that the most advanced solutions for our future are often rooted in our past.
Jimena Silva - SHEnampa | CDMX
PROBLEM
Hot Temperatures. If the Xochimilco wetland were to disappear, the temperature in Mexico City would increase by 2 degrees Celsius.
Solution
Eco-Toursism. SHEnampa Trains women as Guardians of Ecosystems through education and eco-tours that fund conservation.
shenampa IMPACT
ACTIVE restoration
Bringing hectares of abandoned chinampas back to life, producing high-quality, chemical-free crops for the urban market.
Sustainable livelihood
Creating a circular economy model that ensures fair wages and dignifies the work of the chinamperos and chinamperas.
Awards
National Positive Water Award, Procter & Gamble (2023)
National Recognition, Watson Institute (2023)
Showroom Projects, Global Shapers Hub Mexico City, World Economic Forum (2024)
Disruptive TV – Women of Change, Catal 1.5 Social Lab (2025)