Uplift Communities

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Abel Rios

From Peru

tooled leather furniture and decor accents

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Abel no longer shares the rented patio with his chickens - the site of his first workshop. Today, the Rios family has bought that house and built a four story workshop on... read more

Abel Rios

From Peru

tooled leather furniture and decor accents

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Abel no longer shares the rented patio with his chickens - the site of his first workshop. Today, the Rios family has bought that house and built a four story workshop on the adjacent land. They provide work for other artisans who help meet the international demand for their handcrafted colonial furniture and tooled leather work.show less

Catherine Offei Kwapong

From Ghana

handcrafted African beaded jewelry

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Catherine is an impactful member of her community and is constantly giving back. She supports mothers and children but covering their education fees children in her... read more

Catherine Offei Kwapong

From Ghana

handcrafted African beaded jewelry

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Catherine is an impactful member of her community and is constantly giving back. She supports mothers and children but covering their education fees children in her community can empower themselves through further education and knowledge.show less

Eufrosia Pantaleon

From Mexico

colorful ceramic masks, suns and moons

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Eufrosia uses traditional techniques taught by elder members of the Nahua community where she was born. The colorful style dates from the 1950s, but the ceramic tradition... read more

Eufrosia Pantaleon

From Mexico

colorful ceramic masks, suns and moons

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Eufrosia uses traditional techniques taught by elder members of the Nahua community where she was born. The colorful style dates from the 1950s, but the ceramic tradition has its roots in pre-Hispanic times. The artisan passes down her knowledge to her children who will continue creating handicrafts of culturally significance.show less

Wayan Sarjana

From Indonesia

sterling silver and gemstone jewelry

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Novica sales account for nearly 100 percent of Sarjana's workshop income. This income supports Sarjana's family and the families of his five assistants.

Wayan Sarjana

From Indonesia

sterling silver and gemstone jewelry

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Novica sales account for nearly 100 percent of Sarjana's workshop income. This income supports Sarjana's family and the families of his five assistants.show less

Nestor Yana

From Peru

alpaca apparel and throws

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Nestor's persistence and determination have paid off. He set up a workshop of his own and specialized in apparel, accessories and home decor. Today, he is grateful to be... read more

Nestor Yana

From Peru

alpaca apparel and throws

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Nestor's persistence and determination have paid off. He set up a workshop of his own and specialized in apparel, accessories and home decor. Today, he is grateful to be able to support himself his family. In addition, he provides jobs for a number of textile artisans.show less