Help survivors of prostitution access the resources and learn the skills to make bags for sale online.
Why we care: Survivors of forced prostitution are often traumatized and need to build their self-esteem and vocational skills to build a better future.
How we’re solving this: By setting up a workshop in Planete Enfants’ rehabilitation center so 15 to 25 residents can earn a viable income and rebuild their lives by producing high-quality handmade bags.
In Kathmandu, Nepal, there are currently approximately 20,000 girls and young women forced into prostitution. Planete Enfants’ rehabilitation center provides housing, psychological support, vocational training, informal education and recreational activities for girls and women, who are rebuilding their lives after prostitution.
Through this funding, Planete Enfants would like to develop a workshop in which center residents can design and make bags that will be sold on Planete Enfants online shopping site. In particular, this funding would cover the purchase two sewing machines, two overlock machines, production fabric, supplies, such as scissors, label printing, and bag packaging. In addition, it would cover the cost of trainers, a product manager, and the income of bag makers.
Association Planète Enfants is supported by the Kering Foundation, which combats violence against women and promotes their empowerment. Launched in January 2009, the Foundation supports community-based projects and encourages employee involvement to sustain women’s causes around the world. Through four programmes, it supports local and international NGOs as well as social entrepreneurs, helps raise awareness and establishes joint projects with the Kering brands. In 2012, more than 80,000 women benefited from its support in 16 countries. *In line with PPR’s change of name, the PPR Corporate Foundation for Women’s Dignity and Rights will become the Kering Corporate Foundation, subject to approval at the Foundation’s board meeting on 26 June 2013. www.keringfoundation.org @KeringForWomen