Work with Disabilities

Art that embraces our differences expands our empathy.

Featured Artisans

Nestor Yana

From Peru

alpaca apparel and throws

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Nestor loves his community and does what he can to help it. He employs disabled elderly craftswomen to create the unique hand finishes applied to his designs. These women... read more

Nestor Yana

From Peru

alpaca apparel and throws

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Nestor loves his community and does what he can to help it. He employs disabled elderly craftswomen to create the unique hand finishes applied to his designs. These women would be unable to care for themselves without the support Nestor gives them.show less

Ruben and Gilda Perez

From Guatemala

handcrafted jade jewelry and Maya masks

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One of our assistants was in a motorcycle accident several years ago. He injured his foot, which left him without a job. We hired this man with pride, as he is a hard... read more

Ruben and Gilda Perez

From Guatemala

handcrafted jade jewelry and Maya masks

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One of our assistants was in a motorcycle accident several years ago. He injured his foot, which left him without a job. We hired this man with pride, as he is a hard worker and a great asset to the team.show less

Raquel and Gregor

From Peru

alpaca accessories

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Among the quality control assistants at Raquel and Gregor's workshop is one who is profoundly deaf. The rest of the workshop team takes great pride in the way they have... read more

Raquel and Gregor

From Peru

alpaca accessories

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Among the quality control assistants at Raquel and Gregor's workshop is one who is profoundly deaf. The rest of the workshop team takes great pride in the way they have learned to communicate with her. They treasure what she has taught them about communicating with her and with one another.show less

Eufrosia Pantaleon

From Mexico

colorful ceramic masks, suns and moons

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Eufrosia encourages and supports a young mother who struggles from a hearing and speech disability.

Eufrosia Pantaleon

From Mexico

colorful ceramic masks, suns and moons

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Eufrosia encourages and supports a young mother who struggles from a hearing and speech disability.show less

Danai

From Thailand

jewelry featuring natural flowers

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Danai believes in opportunity - especially for anyone interested in the arts. Since he first began to explore his unique art form, he has given work to those that might... read more

Danai

From Thailand

jewelry featuring natural flowers

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Danai believes in opportunity - especially for anyone interested in the arts. Since he first began to explore his unique art form, he has given work to those that might experience difficulties with finding work elsewhere, among them the profoundly deaf and those with limited sight.show less