WOMEN WEAVERS OF KUMAON
A symbol of courage
and enterprise by the
rural women of the
Kumaon Himalayas
A symbol of courage and enterprise by the rural women of the Kumaon Himalayas
SUPPORTING THE CAUSE OF RURAL WOMEN IN KUMAON
“Himadri-Hans Handloom” (HHH) is a noble initiative of The Hans Foundation, a non-profit organisation, working in collaboration with the Government of Uttarakhand. The objectives are to make Uttarakhand’s handloom and handcrafted textiles accessible to global markets, impart technical and design skills to rural women artisans of Kumaon thereby helping them enhance their indigenous skills, and finally, make local craft products that match the needs and aspirations of the new-age consumer. Our aim is to directly impact the lives of 5000 women weavers of Uttarakhand.
A POSITIVE IMPACT WITH EVERY PURCHASE
An overwhelming number of weavers in India currently live in poverty. Since 2003, we have supported community development in India by working with over 500 women weavers. Our initiative has brought social reform to women in some of the remotest parts of the Himalayas.
Women now have the power to earn and spend money. Dependency on agriculture, which placed rural communities at the mercy of the vagaries of nature, is no longer a matter of concern. Families now have the capacity to access better education and better health care.
We hope to revive handloom by making these one-of-a-kind textiles accessible to the international market.
OUR AIM
The primary objective is to promote local handicrafts and artworks that are symbols of the Himalayan cultural heritage. In so doing, we also create sustainable livelihood avenues for the marginalized craft communities who are living in some of the most remote areas of the Himalayas in India. These artisans are at the far end of the supply chain and yet have amazing traditional wisdom and skills. HHH intends to create a sustainable hub for the handloom products of the state and act as a robust link between primary producers and destined international markets. The aim is to strengthen traditional craft value chains thereby bringing the desired change in society.
OUR AIM
The primary objective is to promote local handicrafts and artworks that are symbols of the Himalayan cultural heritage. In so doing, we also create sustainable livelihood avenues for the marginalized craft communities who are living in some of the most remote areas of the Himalayas in India. These artisans are at the far end of the supply chain and yet have amazing traditional wisdom and skills. HHH intends to create a sustainable hub for the handloom products of the state and act as a robust link between primary producers and destined international markets. The aim is to strengthen traditional craft value chains thereby bringing the desired change in society.
OUR STRENGTH
We have well equipped in-house production centers coupled with a dedicated team of highly skilled master craft persons (producers), technical experts (subject matter specialists), and design professionals. Together, we design and create fashionable and sustainable textiles and products that meet the needs of our most discerning buyers.
OUR USP
Our aim is to highlight local skills, keep pace with modern fashion trends through our innovative designs and use of modern technology and ensure that we maintain our quality standards at all times. Our emphasis on environmentally friendly and energy-efficient craft practices and our commitment to the upliftment and security of our women-artisans is of paramount importance to us. We pride ourselves on being able to showcase our contemporary heritage products which comes with a distinct human touch.
OUR USP
Our aim is to highlight local skills, keep pace with modern fashion trends through our innovative designs and use of modern technology and ensure that we maintain our quality standards at all times. Our emphasis on environmentally friendly and energy-efficient craft practices and our commitment to the upliftment and security of our women-artisans is of paramount importance to us. We pride ourselves on being able to showcase our contemporary heritage products which comes with a distinct human touch.
NEGLIGIBLE CARBON FOOTPRINT
& ETHICAL SOURCING
Negligible
Practically immeasurable Carbon Footprint
100%
Ethical practices only
Our Carbon Footprint
It takes 132 million metric tons of coal to power all the
plants that produce fabric for the world. In contrast,
making handloom cloth does not need to consume even
one piece of coal. Handloom is done without
electricity or emissions.
The carbon footprint of handloom is so small that it is
practically immeasurable. It simply takes the creative
energy and handwork of our talented artisans.
Ethical Sourcing
Our manufacturing process follows strict ethical guidelines.
No child labour is used and animals are reared and cared
for in a humane way.
NEGLIGIBLE CARBON FOOTPRINT
& ETHICAL SOURCING
Negligible
Practically immeasurable Carbon Footprint
100%
Ethical practices only
Our Carbon Footprint
It takes 132 million metric tons of coal to power all the
plants that produce fabric for the world. In contrast,
making handloom cloth does not need to consume even
one piece of coal. Handloom is done without
electricity or emissions.
The carbon footprint of handloom is so small that it is
practically immeasurable. It simply takes the creative
energy and handwork of our talented artisans.
Ethical Sourcing
Our manufacturing process follows strict ethical guidelines.
No child labour is used and animals are reared and cared
for in a humane way.
“Today, I am a distinguished member of Himadri Hans Handloom family. It has really made me Independent, financially sound enough to raise my two children (Son & Daughter) & provide them a good education, get my old home renovated, and support my family in a difficult time (unemployment of my Husband). My son, after completing his B. Tech., is now working as an Engineer in Pune and recently got selected for advanced training at Abu Dhabi (sponsored by his Company). My daughter is working at The Music College, Haldwani. I had never thought of such a decent life, I am living today. I sincerely wish for huge success & growth of HHH so that more & more needy women of the society get benefitted to lead a prosperous life.”
“I love the fact that buying from Himadri Hans Handloom means that I contribute to changing the lives of rural women in the Himalayas. Not to mention the products are premium in their quality.”
Hema Arya
Production Supervisor
Himadri Hans Handloom, Almora
