Empower Women

Entire communities prosper when women succeed.

Featured Artisans

Marisol Monge

From El Salvador

handbags, leather accessories, hand-painted wood crafts and ceramics

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As a single mother who struggled to pay her bills, Marisol was once on the verge of homelessness with her young daughter. Today, she supports her daughter's education... read more

Marisol Monge

From El Salvador

handbags, leather accessories, hand-painted wood crafts and ceramics

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As a single mother who struggled to pay her bills, Marisol was once on the verge of homelessness with her young daughter. Today, she supports her daughter's education, gives back to her community, and employs 16 people, many of whom might struggle to find jobs elsewhere.show less

Teresita Gonzalez

From Mexico

traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrijes

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An artist who creates from the heart, Teresita has turned a dangerous illness into a source of strength and positivity. After the birth of her first child, Teresita was... read more

Teresita Gonzalez

From Mexico

traditional handcrafted Mexican alebrijes

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An artist who creates from the heart, Teresita has turned a dangerous illness into a source of strength and positivity. After the birth of her first child, Teresita was diagnosed with cancer. While her medical treatments aided in her recovery, she attributes her survival to laughter and her ability to make art. She infuses each piece with her love of life, her positive attitude, and her appreciation for the time she has been given. She is an inspiration to all cancer survivors, mothers, and women worldwide.show less

Siranya

From Thailand

sterling silver jewelry with Karen hill tribe fine silver beads

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Sometimes women's empowerment is revealed not on the front lines, but in the quiet, intimate commitments we make to the people we love. Siranya embraces this every day as... read more

Siranya

From Thailand

sterling silver jewelry with Karen hill tribe fine silver beads

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Sometimes women's empowerment is revealed not on the front lines, but in the quiet, intimate commitments we make to the people we love. Siranya embraces this every day as she works hard to provide an education for her two children. While school fees put a financial burden on Siranya and her husband, they are deeply committed to creating a better future for their children.show less

Chinni Swamy

From India

applique and patchwork bags, quilts and decor accents

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A true advocate for human rights and gender equality, Chinni has transformed thousands of lives and uplifted her community. With her fair trade workshop, which she began... read more

Chinni Swamy

From India

applique and patchwork bags, quilts and decor accents

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A true advocate for human rights and gender equality, Chinni has transformed thousands of lives and uplifted her community. With her fair trade workshop, which she began "with the sole aim of empowering women in the area," Chinni has helped over 50 women develop the skills they need to earn a sustainable income. Always ambitious to do more, Chinni also runs a local school that provides free education, books, uniforms and daily meals to over 500 students in India.show less

Seji Taram

From Indonesia

hand-carved sculptures

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Today, Seji is a strong female figure that heads a successful carving workshop. But in the days after her husband died, this future was far from guaranteed. With the... read more

Seji Taram

From Indonesia

hand-carved sculptures

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Today, Seji is a strong female figure that heads a successful carving workshop. But in the days after her husband died, this future was far from guaranteed. With the carving skills she learned from her husband, Seji embraced her new reality with determination and commitment. As a result, she has not only been able to provide for her son, but now employs three other female artisans in her workshop.show less