Artisan Spotlight - Muna Tamag
Muna moved from the nearby villages of the Kabhre districts to Kathmandu soon after she got married. Her husband works as a driver in one of the Schools in Kathmandu. When Muna moved to Kathmandu she had no skills and no opportunity for work. Muna is a mother of two daughters, an 8 and 4 year old.
With two young daughters, it became very tough to find work in Kathamndu. Muna needed to find a way to earn a sustainable income while still being able to take care of her young children. She had heard about a glass beaded bracelet training program from a friend in the Lalitpur district. She decided to visit the training program and speak with Suren, Sashka Co. team manager in Nepal. Suren explained to Muna that she can earn an above fair wage, build a sustainable small business and work from the comfort of her home.
Muna attended the training program and quickly learned the art of crocheting. Muna finished the training program in early August of 2016. Since finishing the program Muna has been able to work from home, earn a good fair wage and spend time with her children. She has since trained her auntie, sisters and other neighbors. Muna is now a group leader and manages 130 women. She now earns more than her husband and is the main source of income for their household.
Once her children grow a bit older, Muna wants to move back to her village in the Kabhre district. She plans to train and provide work to the village women who have no economic opportunity. Muna is very happy that she can now work at home and spend time with her young children.
Our goal at Sashka Co. Bracelets is to change as many lives as possible. We can’t do this without our loyal customers and fan base. We’re continually working to grow our company to enable us to train and help as many women in need as we can. Every bracelet purchased helps provide women in need with a sustainable income and the ability to work from the safety of their home. Wear your Sashka Co. Bracelet and spread positive vibes!
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