What’s It Like to Have Your Period in Nigeria?
She says, “The problem is that my parents, and even a lot of my friend’s parents, cannot afford to give us money to buy pads."
Climate Change-Friendly Milk That Empowers African Women: Camels Are the New Cows
Kenya’s increasingly severe dry spells are putting pressure on the country’s cow and goat farmers. But a project in Isiolo is helping women tap into a booming – and drought-resistant – source of income: camel milk.
Waves, Glaciers, Streams and Waterfalls : 11 Mindblowing (and Meditative) Images of Water
Water sustains all life. Without it we wouldn't exist.
Blood Diamonds: Why We Still Hate Them
Despite the Kimberly Process, in 2006, $23 million of blood diamonds originating from Cote d’Ivoire alone entered the market and there has been evidence of widespread fraudulent certificates.
Wildlife Works T-Shirt Giveaway! Can Fashion Save Wildlife? YES!
My Wildlife Works t-shirt is the graphic Maasai Boxy Tee, a printed version of the traditional Maasai design, on organic cotton. I am loving everything about Wildlife Works eco fashion shop. All the wares are made with organic cotton (and they are up-to-the-minute styled (take a look; sweet off-shoulder tees,…
Heroines for the Planet: Cheetah Conservation Fund Founder Dr. Laurie Marker
Photo by Frans Lanting. You could call her the Cheetah Whisperer. But Dr. Laurie Marker’s remarkable devotion to the study and conservation of endangered cheetahs extends beyond the striking animal. Dr. Marker is also helping to solve the most pressing issues facing people and our planet: poverty and energy among…
Heroines for the Planet: Sseko's Liz Bohannon Empowers Ugandan Women with Sandals
Liz Bohannon isn’t your typical 20-something. Just out of college, Liz fearlessly set off to Uganda to experience another side of the world. Once there, Liz realized she wanted to help the country overcome extreme poverty, social injustices and disease. A unique take on the sandal, Liz decided, would be…
"Birds of Prey" Video: Edun's Fall Collection is Nearly Here!
I have three pieces in my closet from
Fairtrade Della Bags Connects Online Shoppers with the Women of HoeHoe, Ghana
Della Bags are a perfect compliment to this Summer and Autumn’s mad-plaid pattern-on-pattern trends. Well executed, with colorful, African-inspired motifs, they are quick and inexpensive anecdote to The Boring Tote, but crafted with a simple shape and strap so all the busyness is self-contained in a basic package, which is…
Sustainable Style Makeover: African-Inspired Graphic Prints
Style story: Why does this winter feel so long…? We are ready for the fresh bright prints of spring- and in many combinations. Get ready to play with different patterns and strike a careful balance of contrast and compliment with these bold prints. Keep the shoes and accessories neutral or…
