Our Purpose and Passion

Umoja Gold is a business where human impact comes first. We make all our decisions through this social lens, with a desire to benefit everyone who helps us bring this amazing oil to the world. Our passion is to run a different kind of business that invests heavily in people before rewarding shareholders.

Values

‘Umoja’ is a Swahili word that means ‘Unity’, and it perfectly captures what we stand for. We value sustainable environmental practices, commercial integrity, and the importance of human justice. These values are particularly important in Guatemala, a country that has suffered for decades from civil war and government corruption.

Pure and Natural

Umoja Gold is a pure oil that rejuvenates your face, body, and hair. We press it from Guatemalan macadamia nuts without adding chemicals or fragrances. Macadamia nut oil contains an ingredient that’s abundant in young skin, and makes Umoja Gold a natural treasure that reduces the effects of ageing. (more)

25% of Every Sale Supports Maternal and Child Health

Guatemala has one of the worst rates of maternal and newborn mortality in Latin America, especially among rural, indigenous communities. In addition to the many preventable deaths, Guatemala has the fifth-highest rate of malnutrition and stunting in the world. Umoja Gold is directly involved with health and education programs that aim to improve these statistics. We give back 25% of every sale to make sure mothers and their babies survive childbirth and thrive for a lifetime. (more)