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Awashani
Awashani, Bolivia
In the south of Bolivia, men and women work in mining settlements. This mines are little more than holes in the ground and often collapse, killing and injuring many. Life expectancy is 45 years. The female miners and the wives of miners face different problems. The first are very poor and working in the horrendous conditions that in many cases, killed or crippled their husbands. The wives of miners face high levels of alcoholism and abuse…Awashani supports both groups. To the first, it provides a viable alternative to working in the mines. To the second, it offers empowerment. With the money women earn comes respect and influence in household decisions. This means less abuse and is a charge in the fabric of society itself.

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Finespun Scarf
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Price: $73.92
 

Made from 100% llama wool from Bolivia. Made from organic fibres and all natural dyes. Handmade on a loom. These products are all made by Awashani, a group which offers women weaving work as an alternative to working in the mines of Bolivia. The products are completely natural; woven from hand spun Ilama wool and died with natural dyes. Each bears the silver token of Awashani symbol. The natural wool of the Ilama comes in seven different colors, ranging from white to brown, through different shades of grey into black. All of the colored wool is dyed with completely natural substances.
SKU: SEP-280-FinespunScarf (5605)
Dimensions: 8x78x1 (Length x Width x Height) in inches
Weight: 1.00 LBS
Shipping Information Your package deal price includes*:
  • A unique and cultural item from an international country
  • Shipping cost with a traceable carrier to guarantee delivery – DHL Airmail
  • Fuel surcharges
  • Customs clearing cost & taxes
  • 25 % of the purchase price (excluding freight and customs charges) will go to a selected non profit organization of your choice (this is an opportunity for a tax deduction)
  • Support to a local artisan of a foreign country
*Shipping prices, fuel surcharges, customs clearing costs & taxes vary for each country and are based upon weight and dimensions of each package.

Note: Some items may take longer than others for delivery. With larger orders, items may be shipped individually from different merchants. We send frequent emails with updates on the status of your order. Most of our items are handmade therefore colors, dimensions and quantities may vary. We are in communication regularly with our merchants, yet items may be discontinued or on back order at times.
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About Bolivia
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Llamas roaming, colorful yarn hats and socks, Piranha stories and the panoramic view of Lake Titicaca…Bolivia a must see country upon your travels!



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