NWT Apolis Global Citizen Market Bag in Natural

NWT Apolis Global Citizen Market Bag in Natural Natural Material: 100% natural golden jute fiber harvested in Bangladesh Water-Resistant Lining: 100% polyurethane Strong: Can hold over 100 pounds Leather Straps: Reinforced by antique nickel rivets Supporting Working Mothers in Bangladesh Did you know that your purchase helps break a poverty cycle? The mothers who handcraft your bag receive Fair Trade wages, annual profit dividends, and a retirement fund to help them achieve their dreams thanks to the Bangladesh Project. Location: Saidpur, Bangladesh Employees: 200+ What's the story behind the factory? Following the 1971 war that established Bangladesh and brought with it poverty and disease, Saidpur Enterprises began in 1976 as a project to help the mothers of malnourished children with emloyment producing jute handicrafts and now supports artisans selling for a larger fair trade export market.They also provide literary classes, training on nutrition, women's legal rights, educational awareness and finance.