Asifa draws upon her mother, Hanifa's strength, resilience, and innovation to inspire her to dream in ways she never thought possible. After watching her mother start her own business, Asifa explained: "My mom and I have been on this journey together, and it makes me believe that if she can do it, I can do it too.”
Leather Located in Guatemala, artisans from Simple Leather use traditional methods to craft modern leather goods. In their workshop, these artisans create beautiful and functional products through the process of dyeing, cutting, and stitching leather.
By connecting artisans worldwide to large, wholesale purchasers, Ethik is dedicated to creating substantial work in an industry dominated by women. These efforts are driven by the research-backed knowledge that when women work, they invest 90% of their earnings back into their families.
Through storytelling, each handcrafted item is brought to life through compassion toward, and context on, the makers and their unique and individual lives. By providing depth and understanding to the items sourced, meaningful connections can be fostered between cultures and communities.
The Starfish Project offers women in brothels a chance to rebuild their lives by earning a livable wage through jewelry making, engaging in therapeutic services that address trauma associated with human trafficking, and developing their careers in a safe environment.
