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Buying jewelry from is more than a purchase; it is an investment in a social movement. Umoja (meaning "unity" in Swahili) is an all-female village in Samburu, Kenya, founded in 1990 by Rebecca Lolosoli as a safe haven for survivors of gender-based violence, forced marriage, and Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). The Impact of Your Purchase

: The village is entirely self-sustaining, with jewelry sales and cultural tourism providing the primary income for food, clothing, and shelter. buy umoja jewelry

: Proceeds fund the village school, ensuring children (both girls and boys) receive an education that might otherwise be unavailable in the deeply patriarchal surrounding culture. Buying jewelry from is more than a purchase;

: Ornate, traditional ceremonial pieces featuring bright, symbolic colors. : Proceeds fund the village school, ensuring children

: Some artisans use recycled paper to create hand-rolled, glossy beads that are durable and eco-friendly.

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