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About Baskets of Africa
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— We believe in promoting the weavers from various African nations in order to help the weavers (especially women) with economic development. We believe that by weaving baskets in a traditional manner, the weavers of Africa are preserving their cultural heritage and advancing themselves financially. We would like to support this endeavor throughout Africa.
— We are members of the Fair Trade Federation, an organization that shares our strong belief that indigenous people around the world should be compensated fairly for their amazing work.
— We always operate under a blanket of trust and respect with the weavers and craft co-ops we represent.
— We feel that our business offers the customer a win-win situation: by purchasing one of our rare finds, you are not only getting a wonderful, hand-made basket for your home or business, you are also contributing to the preservation of African culture and helping a tribesperson become financially independent. It's a true economic partnership in every sense of the word.
— Baskets of Africa was founded in 2002 by Cael Chappell. Cael started working in African Art & Crafts in 1991 and fell in love with the incredible artistry and creativity of African basket weavers. This led to the creation of Baskets of Africa in order to focus attention on these amazing weavers and their work. Cael Chappell has been dedicated to the principles of Fair Trade throughout his career in Africa so when he started Baskets of Africa, applying to the Fair Trade Federation in 2003 was a natural fit. You can contact him directly via email anytime if you have any questions about his mission, purpose or these wonderful baskets: Email Cael Chappell, Baskets of Africa
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