Faire Collection - Artisan Workshop

Aims of the project:
Following fair trade philosophies, principles, and conditions, Faire Collection is a social business which produces handmade artisan jewelry from natural materials, such as palm tree seeds. They have a strong focus on design and fashion, and all their products are made by hand by local women. The mission of the business is to provide work and social security for a marginalized population, and also offer scholarships for local artisans. The majority of their artisans are from the indigenous Kichwa communities.

Project´s activities:
Artisans work together in the workshop to make locally designed and inspired jewelry for international clients, using natural materials.

Volunteer´s tasks:
The work schedule is Monday-Friday from 9am to 6pm, with an hour for lunch. They are based out of a small workshop where the artisans and admin staff work. Depending on the skills and interests of the volunteer, their tasks can include:
- Product design (fashion design)
- Production quality control
- Product photography
- Photography of the artisans and the workshop
- Interviews with the artisans and creation of social media stories
- Development of social impact metrics
- Workshop production assistance
- Analytical processes and workflows (Excel documents, prices, inventory, etc.)