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Made51
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MADE 51 THE WORLD’S FIRST COLLECTION CRAFTED BY REFUGEES
There are almost 80 million people forcibly displaced worldwide. When refugees flee, they carry traditions, skills and craftsmanship with them.
MADE51 utilises these skills and combines them with contemporary design, to create the remarkable range you see here. In turn, these products offer refugees a way to earn an income, and the opportunity to rebuild their livelihoods and establish independence.
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MADE51 provides refugee artisans with a means to market their crafts worldwide.
By collaborating with a global network of social enterprises, not only does MADE51 provide refugees around the world with a sustainable livelihood, but it also helps keep traditional craftsmanship alive and celebrates long-held artistic traditions.
MADE51 refugee artisans: Have the opportunity to market their crafts worldwide
Preserve their cultural heritage Express their artistic traditions Learn transferable business and vocational skills
Restore their sense of dignity and self-determination
Benefit from working under the WFTO’s 10 principles of Fair Trade Earn a fair income which reduces their dependency on aid and improves their self-reliance
Keep an eye on our Christmas catalogue for more information about MADE51 and their inspirational range!
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MADE51 products are not just beautifully crafted. They exude a real essence of humanity. They tell the timely and important story about how refugees can rebuild their futures and, in doing so, act as powerful contributors to the world economy.
“Refugees are people just like you and me who have found themselves in a challenging situation. They don’t want to sit idle – they want to actively engage.” Heidi Christ, Global MADE51 Lead, UNHCR
