03/22/2024
On International Women's Day, we announced that we have opened the doors of our market to other refugee artists! Here's the back story and how you can join us on this mission.
As I continue to hear stories from displaced people across the globe, I'm struck with how many stories have the same theme—artist skills (fashion, woodworking, hand embroidery, etc) are hard to translate into new cultures. This leaves the artist without financial resources, struggling to find meaningful connection to their host country, and feeling the emotional toll of life without purposeful work.
I started wondering how to help these skilled artisans connect to the US market. And you all came to mind. The Art of Hoping store has always been more than Ecommerce , it's a community of people that have said, "We want to spend our money in ways that heals people one at a time of the wounds of war and violence."
Here in Boise, I've been sitting with people who have traveled far and given much, and I've listened as they dream and can't wait to connect them with you all. And so, along with continuing our healing work in Lebanon, we are in the beginning stages of opening our doors incredible people from around the globe with stories that will inspire you and skills that will beautify your homes and closets.
If you want to go a little deeper into this mission with us, the next step is signing up for our newsletter (it's far less often than recommended, trust me). As we start introducing new artists and dropping new products, you won't want to miss the updates!
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