MAISIE Dress in Iris Bloom

Mira's Story My mother gave birth to three daughters, but most of Nepal thinks girls have little or no worth. My father abandoned us and married another woman for a chance to conceive a son. My sisters and mom were neglected, even by our maternal family. Things got worse when Mom was nearly murdered by my uncle. Her wound from the stabbing made her body too weak to work hard. We depended on others to give us a place to live, but we were a burden to them. I didn’t go to school for many years. Instead, I worked a job to help us survive. Some of my friends wanted to go to India. They told me to go with them to have a better life, and I was very hopeful of that. When I crossed the border, I then realized that going to India was a trap for sex trafficking. I then entered job training for skills to sew garments. Then I was hired to work as a seamstress. I am very thankful for the chance to study and have a good job.

FABRIC: 95% Cotton, 5% Spandex Machine wash cold; non-chlorine bleach if needed; tumble dry low or hang dry; cool iron if needed

This design was made with dignity by women in Nepal who have recovered from sex trafficking. Nepal, one of the least developed countries in the world, faces a high rate of trafficking, leaving many women vulnerable. By purchasing this piece, you are helping create bright futures through fair employment opportunities that empower women to rebuild their lives with hope and security.