We first learned weaving as children, taught by our parents and neighbors. At that time, weaving was seen more as tradition than as a business that could improve our lives. Kora Ubeho means Work and Live, and the weavers of this cooperative are now receiving fair prices, they are learning new skills, and they’ve grown to love their craft even more. [highlight]We are now training our children so that this profession will continue for generations. [/highlight]

Abadahigwa means: People who can’t be surpassed Learn more

KIIUKA Cooperative is a group of 6 talented wood carvers. Learn more

Twuzuzanye Weavers is a group that is able to pay their family needs, able to make savings and they have good reputation in their area.

Supporting Rwandan beekeepers and their bees Learn more

Neighbors from the village of Munazi have come together to work with local bee products to create beautiful and useful goods! From the sale of their candles so far some have invested in farm animals and others refurbished their homes. But there is even more benefit than this. [highlight]"Before working with this candle dipping group I was lonely, since working with them I now have a good group of friends whom I regularly meet." Grace[/highlight]

Abarikumwe means: People Who Are Together. Learn more

The weavers of Twivanemubukene work together not only to get out of physical poverty through their craft sales, but also to support and encourage one another in all aspects of life. The women care for one another and help each other with loans from the group for urgent needs, and increased income which enables them to purchase food, soap, clothing, and school supplies. Guests rave about their Experience Days with Twivanemubukene artisans! [highlight]Every week, we each make a contribution to the group, which is used for members in need.[/highlight]

Kundagaseke’s artistic specialty is weaving traditional Rwandan baskets from natural sisal fibers. The weavers’ primary desire is to connect with customers – a large and sustainable market – so that their weaving can provide a consistent income for them and their families. The members of the group also hope to keep progressing so they can follow their individual dreams: like paying tuition for their children to go to school. [highlight] Our purpose is to fight against poverty and to develop ourselves.[/highlight]