Paper Bead and Bone Stretch Bracelet

The Handcrafted Details

• Ethically crafted in Kigali, Rwanda, through DuHope’s program supporting women transitioning out of survival sex work
• Materials: Hand‑rolled paper beads with one polished bone bead
• Dimensions: Stretch bracelet (one size fits most)
• Each piece includes an artisan card with signature

In Kigali, Rwanda, the artisans of DuHope create handcrafted pieces that reflect beauty, creativity, and new beginnings.

DuHope works alongside Rwandan women who have faced limited opportunities due to generational poverty and lack of access to education. Through a pathway of support, counseling, education, and artisan training, women are gaining skills to build sustainable livelihoods and provide for their families with dignity.

Each piece is thoughtfully handcrafted by women who are learning new skills, from sewing and jewelry making to reading, writing, and business skills. Vibrant kitenge fabrics, carefully chosen details, and the artisan’s own creativity come together to create pieces that are as unique as the women who make them.

More than an accessory, each DuHope piece represents courage, opportunity, and the hope that comes when women are empowered to create a new future.

Wear a piece of Rwanda’s creativity and craftsmanship wherever you go. DuHope jewelry is designed to add beauty to everyday moments, whether layered together for a thoughtful look or worn as a simple reminder of the artisan who created it. Each necklace, bracelet, or pair of earrings carries a story of skill, hope, and new opportunity.

Store in a dry place; avoid water, prolonged moisture, and harsh chemicals.