Traid blog
03 / 08 / 16
Weaving a Brighter Future
03 / 08 / 16
Latest Update August 2015: This year Goodweave signed a $72bn US company as a licensee – the largest licensee in their history. Is this a sign that Goodweave is making headway among mainstream carpet and rug sellers? We certainly hope so, this would be a massive achievement. India, Nepal and Afghanistan produce some of the world’s most sought after handmade…
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14 / 06 / 13
Sanju’s Story
14 / 06 / 13
Born to a destitute family, young Sanju was sent to work in a rug factory in Kathmandu, Nepal. Like tens of thousands of other “carpet kids” throughout South Asia, Sanju was exploited for her tiny, nimble fingers that were considered ideal for the intricate motions required for weaving. And like most child laborers around the world, Sanju received no compensation…
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