Last semester and this semester, I have had the privilege of working with SutiSana. Started by Cara Strauss, Sutisana is a business that hires woman who were previously trapped in the sex trafficking industry and trains them as artisans. In addition to receiving dignified employment, these women also receive counseling and childcare for their children. […]

Ten Thousand Villages has a very well-known online platform and they sell a diverse range of products created by a myriad of styles. They stand apart because all of their products are ethically-crafted. Their goal as a business is to “share the joy of empowering makers in ten thousand villages.” Fair trade is the air […]

I had purchased products as gifts from Smallwoods long before I knew it was a Christian company. I purchased home-goods from them merely because I was impressed by the quality of their products. Smallwoods is a company that creates custom frames, wood signs, and unique photo cutouts. They are passionate about creating beautiful, inspiring signage […]

Similar to Sutisana, Trades of Hope rescues women, across the globe, out of human trafficking, domestic abuse, and/or poverty by offering them jobs in artisan trades. In these employment opportunities, these women are trained to create beautiful jewelry and handcrafted products.   In addition to receiving dignified employment, these women also receive trauma counseling and education.  […]

Two summers ago, I interned at Hope International. Though their headquarters are located in Lancaster, their work stretches across the entire globe. Their mission is “to invest in the dreams of families in the world’s underserved communities as we proclaim and live the Gospel.” As a microfinancing organization, Hope International accomplishes this mission by training […]

I first learned about Safe Families when they became partnered with my church back home.  In their mission statement, Safe Families for Children shares that they are  “rooted in faith, fueled by radical hospitality, disruptive generosity, and intentional compassion, to build a network of caring and compassionate volunteers to support families facing social isolation.” Established […]