Transform Trade: Remarkably Radical Village Shops
"Like me, all women are becoming economically independent."
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Most of us don't give much thought to our local corner shop - they are dependable, but rarely exciting. But in some communities, a convenience store can be a powerful force for change.
In rural Bangladesh, 17 newly opened shops are fighting traditional gender norms - and they are just the beginning. These stores are women-owned, women-run, and put women's needs at the forefront.
“Like me, all women are becoming economically independent. If all women can become self-reliant like me, they will be empowered, and I believe, if women can become self-reliant, society will definitely change in the long term."
- Asia Begum, Bangladesh
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100 shops...
In total, 100 shops like these will open, all with the potential to benefit their communities for years to come.
If you want to share impactful stories like this one with your loved ones, send them one of our e-cards - each features powerful stories and all proceeds are reinvested to support others to achieve similar successes.
Father's Day is a couple of days away - if you are still looking for a gift, these e-cards will arrive right on time:
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I wouldn't trade you for the world
£20
This card supports resilient farmers as they develop new skills, stand up for their rights and build thriving businesses.
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This gift... fights back against climate change
£15
This gift makes a real difference to the farmers facing increasingly unpredictable weather on the front line of the climate crisis.
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A special gift for you
£20
This gift helps make lasting change for families fighting to develop new ways of earning an income and escape debt bondage.
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Thank you so much for standing in solidarity with the workers and producers fighting for fairer trade - including the women shop owners in Bangladesh. Every penny of your support works towards a word where trade can benefit everybody.
With warm wishes,
Kate and the Transform Trade team
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