Selina’s Story of Hope in Bangladesh
In many areas of extreme poverty, school is not considered an essential need. Selina was the eldest of five children growing up in extreme poverty in Bangladesh. As her parents struggled to provide for their children’s essential needs, they could not afford the cost...
Sneak a Peek as She Creates Marbled Leather
Read Time: 1 min. Artisans in India have celebrated the art of marbling for centuries! Get a sneak peek behind the scenes as Mujeeb creates marbled leather for our Marbleized Travel Bag! Meet Mujeeb, 23-year-old Trades of Hope Artisan partner in India. “We live...
Kenson’s Story of Hope
Read Time: 3 min. Our mission at Trades of Hope is to empower women and families in developing countries and the U.S.A. out of poverty and help them avoid human trafficking. We partner with Artisans in 19 countries to help create safe dignified jobs with fair wages...
Hannah’s Story of Hope
Read Time: 3 min. Community Hannah smiles as she greets a small group of women who’ve gathered at the local community center. The women are scattered about, weaving in spaces that are usually filled with families from the nearby slums – learning job skills,...
Helping Families in Kenya Rise Out of Slums
Read Time: 4 min. Mission of Hope Hannah used to walk mile after mile, knocking on doors, and hoping to find work – doing other people’s laundry. Being turned away meant no food on her family’s table that day. But Artisans from her local community center invited her...
Sneak a Peek as Artisans in Mexico Share a Favorite Family Recipe!
Read Time: 3 min. A Family Favorite Inspired by Artisan traditions passed down for generations, women in southern Mexico create handcrafted fair-trade jewelry, fashions, and home décor that reflect their ancient culture and create social change. They’re...
Trades of Hope Gives Meals to Families Threatened by Food Insecurity
Read Time: 5 min. Trades of Hope believes every challenge is an opportunity to do good! We partner with women and communities in 18 countries to give families power over poverty, human trafficking, and abuse – every day. Now, during these unprecedented and...
10 Ways to Change the World with This Adorable Bunny Backpack
Read Time: 5 min. #1 Keep Families Together For years, Clara worked the same job every day while dreaming she could have more time to spend with her husband and three children. Now, as an independent businesswoman and fair-trade Artisan, she’s able to pursue...
10 Ways to Know if Your Fair Trade Handbag is Authentic
Read Time: 6 min. Fair trade is a trending buzzword for ethically conscious fashion lovers all over the world. If you’re new to the world of fair trade, you probably have some questions. Producers and other companies can become members of an international fair trade...Kindred
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Trades of Hope is an ethical fashion and lifestyle brand that helps women around the world escape poverty and trafficking through our fair trade designs. Learn how you can partner with Artisans around the world here.