I am so happy to be involved in the Make For Good campaign this year.
Etsy Australia is partnering with Plan International to raise funds for an economic development program for young women in Sri Lanka.
"Across Sri Lanka, girls and young women face multiple challenges in securing decent work due to gender inequality and gender based discrimination. Women often have to work in unstable employment with no access to social protection for low pay. Vocational skills are not considered a priority for girls in the North and Eastern provinces which were among the worst affected populations during the country’s civil war. As a result, there are very limited options for young women outside of marriage.
Plan International Australia’s Because I Am A Girl program in the area is focused on improving the economic wellbeing of young women and girls by providing decent employment opportunities and sustainable livelihoods. It’s all about identifying work opportunities in the region and providing youth the training and pathways to job opportunities or self employment and, ultimately, brighter futures.
This year, the program aims to provide skills training for 360 young women in Sri Lanka, as well as entrepreneurship training and seed funding for business start-ups for 100 young women. The effect this will have on the lives of these women is immeasurable, and will create a lasting change not only in their lives, but in their communities."
This year, the program aims to provide skills training for 360 young women in Sri Lanka, as well as entrepreneurship training and seed funding for business start-ups for 100 young women. The effect this will have on the lives of these women is immeasurable, and will create a lasting change not only in their lives, but in their communities."
The theme this year is "Creating Brighter Futures". I have created a special line of plush, felt ornaments using the sun and moon as inspiration.
I've also listed a special value pack of wonderful My First Words ~ Early Learning Tools.
30% of the sales of the products will be donated to the Make For Good campaign.
If felt ornaments or early learning tools aren't your thing there are loads of other beautiful Australian and New Zealand made items on sale.
Here are some of the editor's picks.
Thanks so much for your support!!
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