December Newsletter
The holidays are approaching quickly. Now is the time to place your order from Batsiranai. With our variety of gifts, you can find the perfect item for your loved ones and support women's empowerment and disability rights around the world. We have special one-of-a-kind goods in the warehouse, call Jan (650-347-4286) for details!
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Meet our interns:
Batsiranai is pleased to welcome 5 interns to the cause this fall. See their top picks and get great gift ideas!
Jen
Why Batsiranai? 
"I've always wanted to have a career that allowed me to positively impact people's lives, especially the lives of women living in conditions that no human being should be exposed to. I knew that Batsiranai was the perfect place for me because, not only do they help women who are less fortunate but their children too. Also, Batsiranai doesn't throw money at the problem and expect it to be fixed. The women work and in the process are developing new skills or expanding on already existing talents. All in all, Batsiranai is an incredible organization run by passionate, caring and hard working women who I can only aspire to be like one day."
Top Pick:
I love the Mama Dolls, not only because they're cute but the story behind the dolls is powerful. The dolls remind of the strength of a woman's spirit and unconditional love for her child.
Anna
Why Batsiranai?
"I believe in the work that Batsiranai is doing. It's improving the lives of people who don't have other means to support themselves. It empowers women and goes beyond just giving a handout by teaching them useful skills and tools and providing them with a dignified income. In short: Batsiranai saves lives and gives people a life worth living."
Top Pick:
"My favorite product is the bottle cap earrings, especially the elephants and the fish. They're cute and I always get compliments when I wear them!"
Meg
Why Batsiranai?
"I believe that empowering women is the most effective way to effect positive change in the world,and this work does just that!"
Top Pick:
"My favorite product is the cheery children's apron. Getting children involved is a great way to engage them in their food and start healthyeatng practices at an early age. Fun,children-friendly aprons area a great way to do this!
Michaelina
Why Batsianai?
"Batsiranai's focus is practical, useful, and specific to the needs of some of the poorest women in Africa. I chose to intern with Batsiranai because, I am passionate about female empowerment through international handicraft market development."
Top Pick:
"My favorite products are the bottlecap earings and the embroidered sachets. I am inspired by the resourcefulness and artist expression of the creators of these quality handicrafts."
Hosi
Why Batsiranai?
"I am a multi-cultural female who has always had a passion to understand and larn as to why women always had so many struggles in their lives. When I cam across Batsiranai Association it clicked with me instantly as something life-changing that I could be a part of. The work that is done with this organization is inspirational and motivational to show how starting small can make such a big difference."
Top Pick:
"My absolute favorite item has to be the greeting cards. I love how they are handmade from recycled items and designs on them are adorable. What adds that extra touch is that on the back the mother "Mai" who made them signs them. It's a great gift to give and receive!"
