Bajalia

Trading Places as we take a tour of the Bajalia work around the globe. From Orlando Florida to the ends of the earth - China, Afghanistan, Thailand, India and Africa. BaJalia International is a collaboration of for-profit and nonprofit that partners with artisans and entrepreneurs in undeveloped regions for the purpose of stimulating economic growth, while providing sustainable economic and social benefits to craftspeople. Support us at www.bajalia.com.

Sunday, August 13, 2006

Untouchable- I think not!



These precious kids are part of a caste system in India that is "Dalit". They are considered the lowest and are not allowed to go to traditional schools and be treated equal. Many schools have been set up by the Dalit Freedom Network to educate and provide opportunity for the Dalits. Susanne, and a few friends visited the school which is very near the villages where we work. Their work is amazing and we look forward to the day there are womens programs in each of the schools for the mothers. When we visit some of the projects like this one it reminds us why we are doing what we do, and makes the long drives down desert roads worth it. I- Debbie was busy interviewing a designer who spent a few days with us.

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