Lorena Cofino
Central America
handcrafted gemstone jewelry
Lorena depends on her income from NOVICA to help her increase her livelihood. She would like to grow her jewelry workshop so she could hire women with small children so can help them earn a dignified wage.
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Lorena depends on her income from NOVICA to help her increase her livelihood. She would like to grow... read more
Pia's struggles with her health have forced her to downsize her workshop but she is determined to keep it open. Her workers rely on their earnings to care for themselves and their families. Nearly half of the workshop's income is derived from Novica sales and Pia does not want to let let her workers down.
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Pia's struggles with her health have forced her to downsize her workshop but she is determined to... read more
Novica sales provide Seji Taram, a widow, with a steady income that has enabled her to grow her business. She is able to support not only her son but she is also able to provide steady wages to her workers, enabling them to support themselves and their families.
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Novica sales provide Seji Taram, a widow, with a steady income that has enabled her to grow her... read more
Faustino truly understands the meaning of community. He considers his employees dependents. He knows that without their workshop wages, his workers would be unable to care for their families. Novica sales have brought stability to the Maldonado Family workshop - they are no longer dependent upon tourism and can now meet their monthly expenses.
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Faustino truly understands the meaning of community. He considers his employees dependents. He knows... read more
Artfio Artisans Association
Brazil
hand-crocheted home decor
The ArtFio recently became a NOVICA artisan group. They are working hard with the hope that this opportunity will help them grow as a community of artisans and provide more income for their families.
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The ArtFio recently became a NOVICA artisan group. They are working hard with the hope that this... read more
Wayan Sarjana
Bali and Java
sterling silver and gemstone jewelry
Novica sales account for nearly 100 percent of Sarjana's workshop income. This income supports Sarjana's family and the families of his five assistants.
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Novica sales account for nearly 100 percent of Sarjana's workshop income. This income supports... read more
Through NOVICA sales, George has been able to pay for his children's education and watch them grow up to become successful in their careers. Although he no longer needs to support his children, he still provides for his granddaughter and his wife. Every order makes an impact on Georges' life because it helps him care for his sweetheart as she recovers from her stroke.
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Through NOVICA sales, George has been able to pay for his children's education and watch them grow... read more
Novica sales account for most of Cesar's workshop income. It enables him to provide for his family, educate his children, take care of his health and provide full-time employment for other artisans. He is very grateful that his business has grown with Novica and for the security it has brought to his life.
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Novica sales account for most of Cesar's workshop income. It enables him to provide for his family... read more