Beads For Change jewelry enables women displaced by war from northern Uganda to earn a professional wage and support their families. What has your jewelry done today?
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More than just a fashion statement

The women who make Beads For Change jewelry earn a professional wage and receive training on how to manage their personal finances for long-term success, including budgeting, savings, entrepreneurship, and microfinance training.

When you purchase our jewelry you are contributing to the future and independent success of our partners and their families.

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Beads For Change jewelry is fun to wear and share with a friend. Popular methods of purchasing our beads include house parties and special events.

Each tag of Beads For Change jewelry pictures a woman now able to support her family, educate her children, afford health care, and invest for her family’s future.

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About Beads For Change

Beads For Change is dedicated to sharing the story of the Acholi people and introducing you to their beautiful handmade jewelry. We carry a line of unique necklaces, bracelets, and earrings in a variety of styles and colors. Twenty-six beadmakers handcraft each necklace, bracelet, and earring from recycled paper.

What Our Customers Say

I love my Beads for Change jewelry. It's beautiful, handmade, and affordable. Even more importantly, when I wear it, I am reminded of how fortunate I am and how easy my life is compared to the circumstances that some women face in the world. It's a wonderful feeling to play even a small part in an endeavor that has changed the lives of so many in a positive way.

- Teresa Sussman

NEW STYLES JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS!

CHRISTMAS is rapidly approaching. GIVE HOPE to the Acholi beadmakers as you give a gift of love to someone special in your life. Ember Arts, formerly Acholi Beads, has introduced several new styles for 2010. Holiday sets are also available. Visit emberarts.com to see these new styles.

Order by December 6th to assure delivery before Christmas.

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