Reviving the Craft of Women Weavers: A Project of Hope in the Face of El Niño's Challenges
Reviving the Craft of Women Weavers: A Project of Hope in the Face of El Niño's Challenges
Our project is to support the Peruvian association of women weavers of straw hats. These women have been severely affected by the formidable natural phenomenon known as "El Niño," which strikes the Peruvian coast. They have lost everything.
In the first phase of our project, we aim to reactivate two essential machines to revive the production of these beautiful hats. Our objective is to support disadvantaged families who depend on this ancestral art. We have requested a quote for the required machines.
The second phase will involve implementing a training program for individuals with limited resources, enabling them to learn a trade. For this project, we rely on the association to accommodate these individuals for a minimum of six months, providing them with practical training tailored to their level. Most of them are unable to write. Our main trainer will be Master Mrs. Iris Chero.
In the third phase, the learners have undergone online training on sales techniques applied to the luxury industry. The objective is to enhance their craftsmanship, strengthen their self-esteem, and provide them with all the necessary sales arguments to combat the influx of Chinese products in the local artisanal market. Maricela Lancoud will be the trainer for this part of the program.
The participants will also have the opportunity to take a practical exam remotely and receive a training certificate issued by our association, sponsored by the Philippe and Elisabeth Dufour Foundation. The main trainers for this stage will be Master craftswoman Mrs. Iris Chero and Maricela Lancoud.
Currently, we are working on assessing the costs of this project, and we will submit a support request to the local government to secure free premises for the duration of the training.
This initiative aims to restore hope to these women weavers, preserve their traditional craftsmanship, and provide them with new opportunities. We believe in their potential and strongly believe that this project will contribute to enhancing their economic and social empowerment.
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