THE HOLY LAND KIBEHO EMBROIDERY PROJECT

Question 1

What is The Holy Land Kibeho Embroidery Project?

Answer

Women who live in Kibeho, are most vulnerable and of the poorest of the poor. They live from subsistence farming (food gardens) and generate a small income by begging during pilgrimages to Kibeho. The income from the sale of the embroidery project will help them to generate an additional income and discourage the indignity of begging. By doing this, it will improve their self-esteem, empower them and create a small income for their daily living and educate their children. Read more here.

Question 2

What is the Mapula Embroidery Project?

Answer

A remarkable story has emerged from one of South Africa’s most dire areas, the Winterveld, where a group of women were trained in the early ‘90s by members of the Soroptimist International Pretoria Club for an income-generating, empowerment project. The Sisters of Mercy provided a classroom and an embroidery project for the women of Mapula which started initially with 14 women, evolving through the years and growing to include 150 women, guided and supported by experienced individuals. In a unique storytelling fashion, with needle and thread, these women have been sharing their stories over the past 26 years. And it is often these personal remembrances capturing our past from a unique vantage point that has captured the imagination internationally. Over the years, the high levels of technical and visual artistry with social and historical commentary have resulted in recognised works of art. Read more here.

Question 3

How do I know my money reaches the beneficiaries?

Answer

Bishop Celestin Hakizimana has approved that the Parish Kibeho, in the Diocese of Gikongoro opens a sub account in the name of the Project. The Kibeho Embroidery Project has its own sub account within the overall account of the Parish. The Women come to the Parish to collect their dues. Each lady then collects her dues and signs the book. This has made the project more transparent and all members are sure of getting paid when they deliver their products for sale. Read more here

Question 4

What is Soroptimist International?

Answer

Women at their best, working to help other women to be their best. Soroptimist was formed in 1921 in Oakland, California, at a time when women were not permitted to join service organizations. Our name, loosely translated from the Latin, means best for women. Today, we have about 160,000 members and supporters in 21 countries and territories. We are one of four federations that make up Soroptimist International, which has clubs in more than 120 countries throughout the world. Read more here: https://www.soroptimist.org

Question 5

How do you ensure the sustainability and progress of this project?

Answer

For the sustainability and progress of the project after the training phase, Netty Butera will be the contact between the project coordinator, Martha, and the parish priest who will also be involved until the women can run the project themselves. Read more here.

Question 6

What is the Size of your Cushion Covers?

Answer

Our cushion covers are 40cm x 40cm.

Question 7

What is the Size of your Bags?

Answer

Our bags are either 40cm x 40cm or 40 x 30 cm.

Question 8

Can I request a different size of Bag or Cushion Cover?

Answer

Unfortunately not. We work with fixed designs for standard sizes.

Question 9

What is the Delivery Time of your Collection?

Answer

Our standard delivery time is: - South Africa: Max. 2 weeks. - Europe: Max. 2 weeks. - USA: Max. 2 weeks. if stock is available The delivery time of your Special Order depends on your request. This will be discussed with you.

Question 10

What do the Bags look like?

Answer

The Bags have a colourful African print on the front, made on black fabric. They are all lined from the inside.

Question 11

What do the Cushion Covers look like?

Answer

The Cushion Covers have a colourful African print on the front, made on black fabric.

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