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Stories from the Brothel

Destiny Reflection is an organization in Calcutta, India that trains and employs former trafficked sex workers. Here are the stories of two of the women artisans who are now working with Destiny Reflection: I am from a small village near...

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Fair Trade Travel

Summer is a great time to take a vacation. It's an even better time to buy fair trade travel accessories to make your trip especially fun, fashionable, and socially conscious. Handmade Luggage Tags from Peru Use these luggage tags to...

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Lutindzi Grass Weaving

Zodwa Ngcamphalala is a Swazi woman who lives in southeastern Swaziland and makes baskets for Gone Rural. Her husband, who lives in South Africa, is only able to visit Zodwa several times a year and so the income she generates weaving crafts...

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Last Minute Graduation Gifts!

Still looking for the perfect gift for a recent grad you know? Global Goods Partners has you covered with products for someone starting a career, traveling around the world, moving into a new apartment, and anything in between. Glitter Passport...

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AWID International Forum

I joined 2500 women’s rights activists from 140 countries in Istanbul this past weekend for the 12th AWID International Forum entitled Transforming Economic Power to Advance Women’s Rights and Justice, www.awid.org .  The energy and enthusiasm at the conference was...

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Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Still haven't found that perfect gift? Let us inspire you with these gifts ideas that are sure to please any type of mom.            The Aspiring Author                            ...

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Upcycling: Purposeful Repurposing

Trash to Treasure We have all been versed in the benefits of recycling, but what’s this new term floating around? Upcycling? What’s the difference?! Simply put, Recycling is when waste is broken down into raw material that will be used...

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Fabulously Fair Trade

Make Change From Your Dollar I have never been on a hunger strike, joined a sit-in, or lobbied in Washington for the liberation of Tibet. But I am changing my world. How? It’s simple. Fair Trade As a consumer, I...

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Block Prints: A Wearable Piece of Art

Don’t let the traditional art of block printing get stamped out! Block Printing is the art of applying color and pattern to fabric using hand-carved wooden blocks. It is a process that gone unchanged for nearly 5,000 years in Northwest India....

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