Twig Design & Style loves to support fair trade businesses that are passionate about creatively bringing change & justice. When he heard the story of One Mango Tree we were eager to partner & share their story with others. How inspiring that from a seedling idea, One Mango Tree came to life!
Halle Butvin, founder of One Mango Tree, first traveled to Uganda in June 2006 to learn more of the conflict in the northern part of the country. From that experience she began to dream about how youth could play an integral role in re-building peace. Woven into her spirit were variations of colors, endless bright fabrics she saw in the marketplace, & the whirring sounds of sewing machines. Little inklings of One Mango Tree began to birth in her heart.
In her visits to Uganda, Halle partnered with Global Youth Partnership for Africa, which brought American & Ugandan youth together to focus on topics of sustainable peace. Her devotion to the people of Uganda evolved as she continued to meet with young leaders, civil society groups, & individuals. Through her conversations she realized an underlying thread … the importance of economic empowerment.
Twig Design & Style is so thankful to be able to support the works of these beautiful Ugandan women & the story of One Mango Tree!
It just so happens our favorite infinity scarf from the Spring 2012 Collection is their March Giveway – check out their blog, spread the news, & maybe you will win it!
NEW SPRING STYLES by One Mango Tree will be available through Twig Design & Style in April!
So happy TWIG is partnering with Fair Trade . This is a wonderful way to intersect the fashion interest of the western culture with the beautifully talented artisans that live only an ocean distance away.
Humbled to be able to partner with some great folks!
Hey Em! I think this is such a wonderful and exciting thing you are doing. I hope you are extremely successful! Love ya!
Hey! It’s so good to hear from you. Thanks for your encourage. I love reading all of your posts – you are so creative! I hope you are doing wonderful & I would love to get together for coffee!