A year ago to date ~ this is where we were... on the ground in Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo to be exact. The Peace Exchange celebrated International Women's Day spending time with the women of Eastern Congo. Women of all ages walked miles, even hours to gather in support of one another. The day was filled with stories of hope and empowerment. Allowing the women to gather in community and be heard, there were moments of laughter and tears. Speakers were brought in to discuss issues of safety, women's rights, sexual violence, education and fair trade. The meeting was one that will always remain as a powerful image in the mind's-eye. As the founder of The Peace Exchange, I am honored to travel off the grid and go into parts where women struggle for basic rights ~ things that we take for granted. DRC is one of the hardest places on the planet to be a woman. With so many single mothers working for less than $1 a day, it breaks my heart. This is why fair trade is so important... it is a gateway, an open door to empower women. #Makeithappen www.internationalwomensday.com #PeaceExchange www.ThePeaceExchange.com
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