THE CRISIS
An average of 2,750 refugees arrive in Washington state each year, not knowing the language or cultural norms. They need a job, but don't have the skills or education. 34% of households headed by foreign-born women are at poverty level. How can they make it? Learn more about the challenges they face, and how we are helping.
MEET OUR ARTISANS
Most of our artisans are mothers who have difficult schedules, and must fit in working between caring for their children and home, with learning a new language and navigating the challenges of living in a new country after having left much behind.
PARTNER WITH US
If you are interested in hiring our artisans to make your products, or you would like to sell our products at your store, please get in touch! We do custom small-batch ethical manufacturing of jewelry, clothing, accessories, or other goods which might be sewn.
BUY OUR PRODUCTS
We sell our artisan's products under our own retail brand, RAI. You can find them in many local shops across the US, including the Wing Luke Museum and Chihuly Garden and Glass gift shop in Seattle. Find a store close to you.
