Putting People First: An Interview with Novica’s Elizabeth Attoh
byIn a recent interview with Elizabeth Attoh, the country manager at Novica’s Artisan Empowerment Hub in Ghana, West Africa, she shared her thoughts on…
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Explore West Africa!
byMaybe you can’t jet off to Accra just now, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy exploring West Africa with your friends here at…
Robert Aidoo-Taylor Fulfilling His Destiny
byIn his teens, Robert had set his mind on becoming an accountant. In Nigeria where his parents lived, Robert attended commercial school alongside grammar…
Exploring The History And Artistry Of African Masks
byAfrican masks are greatly appreciated for their artistic value. They adorn the walls of some of the most recognized museums and galleries across the…
How To Choose Unique Man-Gifts Just For Him
byIs there a correct answer to the age-old question; how to choose unique ‘man-gifts’ just for him? (FYI, for the purpose of this article…
Home Decor Tip: How to Use Paintings to Create the Perfect Mood
byLet’s talk about some ways you can use paintings to create specific moods in your home decor. It was years ago after a trip…
West Africa Happiness Project
byCharles Spurgeon famously said “It’s not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness.” NOVICA’s team in Ghana just completed…
The NOVICA Landfill Brigade: 5 Artisans Upcycling for Change
byChoosing fair-trade products and joining the handmade movement is already a great way to send a powerful message for environmental stewardship, diverting resources from…
Empowering Women Artisans with Fair Trade
byFeeding families. Nursing the sick. Producing half the world’s food supply and performing nearly two-thirds of the world’s work hours, according to the UN….
A West African Super Mom Tells All
byErnestina Oppong Asante has been with NOVICA since the beginning. As one of our first artisans, we’ve seen both her woodcarving business and family…