Kantha, or “patched cloth,” is an embroidery tradition coming from countries such as India and Bangladesh in the Bengal region of South Asia. Kantha refers to both the tradition and the actual stitch involved in producing unique quilted blankets out of worn cotton saris, sewn together with a distinctive running stitch that covers the entire quilt.
At HumanKind, we want to empower YOU to purchase ethically made goods so that you can make your dollars count toward doing some good in the world. On this World Fair Trade Day, you can make a difference!
What do all of these pieces of jewelry have in common? They are all made from ammunition scrap leftover from war, transforming violent intentions into symbols of peace.
What if we told you that you can make an impact in the lives of women in need on the other side of the world? What if we told you that you can play a part in fighting human trafficking? What if it was as simple as purchasing a pair of pants? Well, we have good news: a new pair of pants can make that difference.
HumanKind is working with a new company! Let us introduce to you Forai, or Friends Of Refugees and Immigrants. A bit different from most of our other artisan groups who are located in the developing world, Forai is based in St. Louis, Missouri and works with refugees and immigrants who have moved to the U.S.