Precious Hands
LOCATED IN guatemala
Precious Hands works closely with artisans in Guatemala to help design, produce, market and sell their handmade goods. Precious Hands commits part of its profits to their micro-loan program, which provides long-lasting and sustainable assistance to individuals in the communities where their artisans live and work. Through the program, individuals can earn fair wages, grow their businesses, and prosper, thus improving their lives and the lives of their children.
Guatemalan indigenous women face high rates of violence and discrimination. With a population of 15.08 million, Guatemala is one of the most unequal countries in the world, in which 53 percent of the population lives in poverty, and 13 percent in extreme poverty. However, Guatemala has a rich and incredibly diverse culture, passing down handicraft techniques and traditions from generation to generation. Precious Hands works closely with women artisans to help design, produce, and market beautiful handmade goods in order to lift these women out of poverty and help them build a better, more sustainable livelihood. We spoke to Precious Hand’s founder, Irma, and are excited to share with you what we learned about the technique and significance behind each one-of-a-kind product.
from the archives
Bikini Bags
Cosmetic Bags
Envelope Clutches
One-of-a-kind style
One-of-a-kind style
One-of-a-kind style
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