Akola
HOPE Inspirational Dainty Beaded Bracelet by Akola
The pearl and glass HOPE bracelet is designed to uplift and inspire. Handcrafted by Akola women in Uganda, while sheltered in place during the COVID crisis, this delicate beaded stretch bracelet represents their strength, as well as the strength of all women, during a very uncertain time. The HOPE bracelet is thoughtfully designed with sustainable materials --- Cultured pearl, Ghanaian glass beads, and Akola's signature Ugandan Karatasi beads, helping create the unique look and global feel of Akola. Wear it as a beautiful reminder to live life with a spirit of optimism and share it as the perfect gift to brighten someone’s day. Don’t forget the perfect complement to your inspirational bracelet, the pearl and glass HOPE necklace.
7" Stretch / 2.5" Diameter
10k Gold Tone Plated Brass, Cultured Pearl, Recycled Glass & Karatasi Beads
20HOPEB01-GMU
Handcrafted in Uganda
FOUNDER
Brittany Underwood
Every journey requires faith and a first step. In my case, it started with a woman. It was 2004 and I was a spoiled, selfish, 19 year old college student looking forward to a summer adventure. Two weeks into a trip I met a Ugandan woman named Sarah. Sarah lived her life with great meaning and purpose and sacrificed everything she had to care for 24 children who slept on her floor. I knew that there were poor children in the world. But for the first time, I SAW them. I saw their mats, distended stomachs, and their sores. I wanted to help. I moved to Uganda after graduating from SMU in 2006 and came to love Ugandan mothers like Sarah, who were desperately trying to care for their children. I realized that meaningful job creation is critical and started Akola, "She Works", in 2007 with 15 women making jewelry under a tree. Today, Akola has blossomed into a thriving purpose-driven jewelry brand and manufacturing business that creates beautiful designs that build up the lives and livelihoods of 200 women living in poverty.
FOUNDER
Brittany Underwood
Each Akola piece is handcrafted with the beauty and spirit of each Akola woman who makes it. It represents a story, a life, a family, hope and dignity. A product that heals, a product that restores. Beads hand knotted with pride. A first job. A first step. A new life. Akola is a brand that creates striking designs that champion women around the world. Akola provides dignified employment that is empowering women in extreme poverty. Each piece of jewelry is handcrafted by nearly 200 Akola women employed in Uganda. As part of their employment, they are given holistic support and training to help break the cycle of poverty.