OUR MISSION

Our mission is to increase women’s income in developing economies around the globe by leveraging both their diverse artisanal skills and raw material of their regions in hopes of lifting them up and improving their lives and the lives of their children and communities.

WHY ARTISTRY?


In nearly every developing society, artistry is the 2nd largest driver of the economy behind agriculture. Beading, weaving, basket making and crafts such as embroidering are taught to girls as young as 6 years old. In most of these regions, education for girls is not an option, so artistry is often the only means to earn a sustainable wage.

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MEET THE ARTISANS


Rowan partners with artisan groups and organizations who have committed to fair trade principles. Our commitment is to provide a sales platform for these incredibly talented disadvantaged people in hopes of creating economic opportunities and sustainable production. We believe in fair pay and payment terms, paying 50% to 60% above average daily wage, the preservation of traditional techniques and advancing professional skill development.

MEET THE FOUNDER


I’ve always been inspired by second acts in life. To me, a shift in our path represents strength, perseverance, and hope. Like so many other women in the United States, the ‘Me Too’ movement compelled me to examine my own professional climb in business. While I never experienced sexual harassment or assault in the workplace, I did experience feeling undermined, undervalued, sexually uncomfortable, and simply minimized in the workplace because of my gender....

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