ASANDE - #NOTJUSTJEWELLERY

Empowering women through business.

Being a women in today's world is an ongoing battle. The rape statistics in South Africa are sadly at an all time high. Sometimes I feel so overwhelmed and helpless against this fight but there some amazing organisations out there doing incredible work to help women that we can support. Every little bit makes a difference! Introducing Asandé.

"Asandé is derived from the word ‘Azande’ which has the Zulu meaning; ‘let there be more’ and the Congolese meaning; ‘a people who possess much land’. Both meanings are about creating​ more for the people of the DRC & South Africa."

Asandé is a social business seeking to create change locally and internationally. They offers the most beautiful products from jewellery to homeware.

"Asandé comes alongside women here in South Africa and further afield in the DRC through The Mother's Union. We believe empowering women through business is the most effective way to create a brighter future for women in need. Through each purchase we are able to fund three things for women here and in Congo. Firstly, holistic care for each woman depending on her needs. We then provide skills training for her to be effective in the business of her choice and lastly seed funding to create their own micro-enterprise. Each woman who is a part of the Asandé family is empowered to use business to rebuild their lives from the ground up. Our hope is that through Asandé women can create a brighter future for themselves and their families."

WAR AGAINST RAPE

To raise funds for the rape epidemic in South Africa and the DRC, Asandé has created the War Against Rape Campaign. They created a beautiful emblem that represents both South Africa (Fynbos) and the DRC (Stars from their flag). This emblem has been used to create a gorgeous necklace and a tote bag where profits from sales will go towards Rape Crisis Cape Town and The Mother's Union in the DRC.

I love all their products and I think that they make for perfect gifts or simply just a treat for yourself. The best part is knowing that a simple purchase is changing the lives of other women in need. Shop here: www.asande.org.za

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