Empower Women

Featured Artisans

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

Diana Dewi

From Indonesia

wood batik home decor

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For years, Diana suffered physical, verbal, and psychological abuse from her husband. He refused to provide any financial support for her or her children for eight years... read more

Diana Dewi

From Indonesia

wood batik home decor

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For years, Diana suffered physical, verbal, and psychological abuse from her husband. He refused to provide any financial support for her or her children for eight years of their marriage. Fearing for her life, Diana fled the house one day with only the clothes she was wearing. To this day, she fights to regain custody of her children in hopes that she can provide them a better life. Of her own pain, she says, "It doesn't matter how big or difficult the challenge is, what matters is how we take care of it, get up, and survive."show less

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

Rituu Agarwal

From India

sterling silver jewelry

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Rituu is a powerful woman who learned the fine jewelry-making traditions of her husband's family and turned them into a thriving workshop. In spite of the crippling... read more

Rituu Agarwal

From India

sterling silver jewelry

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Rituu is a powerful woman who learned the fine jewelry-making traditions of her husband's family and turned them into a thriving workshop. In spite of the crippling effects of osteoporosis and other bone ailments, Rituu works through her pain and shares her knowledge with others. Through the great success of her business, she has been able to hire a number of other artisans, most of whom are women.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