Sapia
Gender Equity In Colombia
In Their Own Words
Country: Colombia
Year Founded: 1966
Who do they help? Sapia works with local artisans and a group of women, who are mostly head of household and are in a situation of social and economic vulnerability. There are 6 groups of women working in the production of bracelets and other products. Each group is led by an entrepreneur woman who is trained by us in the development of the product, and then they replicate the knowledge to their co-workers.
How do they help? When women are able to generate income, they invest in their children. They bring their friends and family into the business, become empowered leaders and create more prosperous communities.
We want to promote gender equity and alleviate poverty using handcrafts as a tool for change.
Special Thanks To: Andrea for your help and guidance, patience and support, and for your fun and humour!
“Unless we think of others and do something for them, we miss one of the greatest sources of happiness”
Ray Lyman Wilbur
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