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, September 09, 2007

Homeless Antiques

I can't even begin to explain all of the work being done with the homeless here. We love working with those projects being done among the forgotten or those considered to be useless to society. The homeless are being given jobs refinishing furniture pieces taken out of the trash as a and trained in furniture refinishing, working in cafes, and coffeeshops. They are also being educated in schools, provided health care and being restored from trash to treasure just as the furniture is. Ok I have to admit I did have to support this project through a purchase, but I was not alone. Several of these treasures will be our carry ons.

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