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Slavery

In 2021, an estimated 49.6 million people were in modern slavery, which includes forced marriage and forced labor and/or sexual exploitation. Twelve percent of victims of forced labor are children, and half of these children are being commercially sexually exploited.  Unfortunately, the number of people trapped by modern slavery is increasing, but Elevāt is working to support these victims by giving 100% of the profits from the items below to organizations that help free people from modern slavery and prevent more from becoming enslaved.

Nepali Gold Twist Necklace + Earring Set
Sale Price: $19.95 Original Price: $29.95

This black and gold twist necklace and earring set will jazz up any outfit from a classy workday button-up to a more edgy night-out look. Pair the earrings and necklace together for a more fashion-forward combo or wear alone for a more low-key look.

  • Black and gold beading

  • Elegant twist design in earrings and necklace

  • Perfect business outfit accessory

Higher Ground provides skill-development training to youth and women at risk. It also provides scholarships to disadvantaged children, gives out loans and provides micro-enterprise support. Higher Ground also runs anti-trafficking and awareness programs, and it facilitates psychological counseling services to trafficked girls and others struggling in the community.

Only 1 available
Nepal Crossbody Bag
$44.95

This excellently sewn bag is quality fabric accented by leather with an outside zippered pocket for your phone or keys, along with an inside pocket for smaller necessities. It features an adjustable leather strap so you are able to situate it just the way you like it or snap off the strap and use it as a clutch. Each bag has been handmade by women at risk in Nepal.

  • Adjustable straps or use as a clutch

  • Variety of color and pattern choices

  • Outside and inside pockets

Higher Ground provides skill-development training to youth and women at risk in Nepal. It also provides scholarships to disadvantaged children, gives out loans and provides micro-enterprise support. Higher Ground also runs anti-trafficking and awareness programs, and it facilitates psychological counseling services to trafficked girls and others struggling in the community.

Nepali Brass Lotus Earrings
$14.95

These charming 100% brass earrings are shaped like a lotus flower and symbolize growth and rebirth.  Give these sweet earrings to a friend who has triumphed over adversity or tell the story of the artisan who has escaped sex trafficking and started life anew.  

  • Lotus flower design

  • 100% brass

  • Symbolizes growth and rebirth

Higher Ground provides skill-development training to youth and women at risk. It also provides scholarships to disadvantaged children, gives out loans and provides micro-enterprise support. Higher Ground also runs anti-trafficking and awareness programs, and it facilitates psychological counseling services to trafficked girls and others struggling in the community.

Elevāt Market Bag
$9.95

The Elevāt Market Bag is the perfect essential for any occasion. Whether you are making a trip to the market or beach, take your market bag along to carry all of your favorite items.

Made with 100%  organic cotton at our fair trade factory in West Bengal, India.  

  • Organic cotton canvas 

  • Folded cotton handles (1"W x 25" loop)

  • 16"H x 16"W

Elevāt partners with Freeset to empower women around the globe. Freeset is a nonprofit organization that is in the business of bringing freedom to women from oppression, poverty, and ignorance. They come alongside communities like West Bengal, India to bring freedom through education and employment.

Nepali Dove Earrings
$14.95

Be a bearer of peace with these brass Dove earrings made in Nepal.  These sweet birds will remind you to promote peace wherever you go while adding a touch of whimsy to your outfits.

  • 100% brass

  • Dove symbol of peace

  • Matches every outfit

Higher Ground provides skill-development training to youth and women at risk. It also provides scholarships to disadvantaged children, gives out loans and provides micro-enterprise support. Higher Ground also runs anti-trafficking and awareness programs, and it facilitates psychological counseling services to trafficked girls and others struggling in the community.

Only 2 available
Indian Global T-shirt
$19.95

Made in India by our artisan partners at Freeset, this t-shirt is a great way to share the stories of Elevāt with others. The soft cotton, dark gray heather t-shirt can be layered for many different occasions.

  • Unisex sizing

  • Displays Elevāt logo

  • Great for everyday wear

Centered in India, Freeset exists to free women from the sex trade. Often, women are forced into prostitution by trafficking or poverty. When they choose to work at Freeset, they can start new lives. Working at Freeset provides fair wages, allowing women to feed and educate their children. Freeset is also devoted to sustainability.

Loving our Global Neighbors T-Shirt
Sale Price: $9.99 Original Price: $19.95

Here is a great everyday t-shirt to support Elevāt. These shirts are 100% organic cotton with “loving our global neighbors” printed on the front. They are ladies cut. The black with green text shirts come in both regular and cap sleeves. The mint with evergreen text shirts have regular sleeves.

  • 100% organic cotton

  • Two color options: black or mint

  • Made by Freeset in India

Centered in India, Freeset exists to free women from the sex trade. Often, women are forced into prostitution by trafficking or poverty. When they choose to work at Freeset, they can start new lives. Working at Freeset provides fair wages, allowing women to feed and educate their children. Freeset is also devoted to sustainability.

Nepali Brass Owl Earrings
$24.95

These delightfully detailed owl earrings show such skill from our Nepalese artisan.  100% brass owls offer a charming addition to your outfits or Zoom calls.  Maybe the owl’s wisdom rubs off on the wearer?  

  • 100% brass

  • Incredible detail

  • Charming owl earring

Higher Ground provides skill-development training to youth and women at risk. It also provides scholarships to disadvantaged children, gives out loans and provides micro-enterprise support. Higher Ground also runs anti-trafficking and awareness programs, and it facilitates psychological counseling services to trafficked girls and others struggling in the community.

Only 2 available
Nepali Long Beaded Necklace
Sale Price: $9.95 Original Price: $14.95

This colorful necklace is the perfect length to wrap or leave long, and the varying colors are sure to match anything. It’s the perfect versatile accessory to add to your wardrobe.

  • Wear long or wrap for variety

  • Colorful beads match with anything

  • Styles well with t-shirt and jeans

Higher Ground provides skill-development training to youth and women at risk. It also provides scholarships to disadvantaged children, gives out loans and provides micro-enterprise support. Higher Ground also runs anti-trafficking and awareness programs, and it facilitates psychological counseling services to trafficked girls and others struggling in the community.

Nepali Mother/Daughter Aprons
from $19.95

Celebrate the art of baking at home with this lovely apron trimmed with a frilly edge and decorated with the cutest owls!  One size fits most with a back tie in adult and child sizes.  Mother and daughters can be matching the next time they bake or cook together.  

  • Frilly trimmed apron

  • Cute owl pattern

  • Adult and child sizes

Higher Ground provides skill-development training to youth and women at risk. It also provides scholarships to disadvantaged children, gives out loans and provides micro-enterprise support. Higher Ground also runs anti-trafficking and awareness programs, and it facilitates psychological counseling services to trafficked girls and others struggling in the community.

Nepal Triangle Design Bracelets
$24.95

These fashionable bracelets made by artisans in Nepal come in both brass and silver and adjust to fit your wrist. They are perfect for everyday use, or to upgrade your look for special occasions. You’ll find yourself reaching for this bracelet over and over as it takes you from work to weekend, or wherever life brings you.

  • two color options

  • multiple uses

  • adjustable

These bracelets come from Higher Ground in Nepal. Higher Ground provides skill-development training to youth and women at risk. It also provides scholarships to disadvantaged children, gives out loans and provides micro-enterprise support. Higher Ground also runs anti-trafficking and awareness programs, and it facilitates psychological counseling services to trafficked girls and others struggling in the community.