Raven + Lily Features Collections Benefiting HIV-Positive Women
Rebecca Byers — May 15, 2012 — Social Good
References: ravenandlily & roozt
Raven + Lily is a socially responsible brand founded by Sophia Lin and Kirsten Dickerson that benefits initiatives with partner communities involving education, healthcare and micro-loans in addition to developing sustainable economic opportunities for impoverished women in several nations. The products are handmade, fair trade, eco-friendly and one-of-a-kind, while the brand also remains dedicated to employing HIV-positive and marginalized women.
Currently, the stylish and socially conscious Texas-based brand boasts two jewelry and accessory lines that showcase unique "modern, organic" designs. The Ethiopia Collection features statement necklaces, earrings and bracelets and empowers HIV-positive women of the nation located in the Horn of Africa. The India Collection includes hand-milled all-natural soaps, metallic leather jewelry and recycled cotton paper and hand-carved wood journals benefiting marginalized women in the Northern region of the country.
Contact Information
Raven + Lily website
Raven + Lily on Facebook
Raven + Lily on Twitter
Currently, the stylish and socially conscious Texas-based brand boasts two jewelry and accessory lines that showcase unique "modern, organic" designs. The Ethiopia Collection features statement necklaces, earrings and bracelets and empowers HIV-positive women of the nation located in the Horn of Africa. The India Collection includes hand-milled all-natural soaps, metallic leather jewelry and recycled cotton paper and hand-carved wood journals benefiting marginalized women in the Northern region of the country.
Contact Information
Raven + Lily website
Raven + Lily on Facebook
Raven + Lily on Twitter
Trend Themes
1. Socially Responsible Brands - There is an opportunity for brands to develop products and initiatives that benefit marginalized communities and promote sustainability.
2. Fair Trade Jewelry - The demand for handmade, fair trade jewelry is growing as consumers become more socially conscious and environmentally aware.
3. Empowering Marginalized Women - There is a need for initiatives and products that empower marginalized women, such as those living with HIV, and provide them with sustainable economic opportunities.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can incorporate fair trade practices and socially responsible initiatives into their production processes.
2. Jewelry - The jewelry industry can focus on creating unique, eco-friendly and fair trade designs that support marginalized communities.
3. Social Entrepreneurship - The social entrepreneurship industry can develop business models that prioritize social impact and economic opportunities for marginalized women.
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