‘Only One Basket’ campaign: How weaving has empowered Rwanda’s rural women

“If I could get everyone to buy just one basket or any other item be it jewelry or tableware, imagine what that could do for these women,” says Salha L. Kayitesi, the founder of Beauty of Rwanda.On Saturday May 7th, 2011, Salha launched her ‘Only One Basket’ campaign and showcased some of the most beautiful crafts made by some of the less advantaged women, most of whom are survivors of the 1994 Rwanda Genocide against the Tutsi.
The founder of Beauty of Rwanda Salha L Kaiytesi
The founder of Beauty of Rwanda Salha L Kaiytesi
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