Social enterprises use market-based models and strategies for a social purpose by working with skilled craftsmen, artisans, farmers and so on at the grassroots level. Currently in Pakistan, there are a handful of organisations that can be correctly labeled as a social enterprise and Polly & Me is one of them. Founded in 2003 by two sisters, Cath and Ange Braid, Polly & Me has introduced the handicraft and traditional embroidery skills of Chitrali women to the international market.
Dawn.com speaks to Cath Braid, the force behind the initiative, on some of the challenges she has faced and even some things she learnt along the way. – Text by Amna Khalique and Photography by Eefa Khalid/Dawn.com
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Ayesha!
Feb 17, 2011 12:59pm
Hi,
This work is amazing. Where in Islamabad can I get these bags?
Regards
Ayesha!
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shakeel ur Rehman
Feb 17, 2011 02:33pm
really nice work, this works can also promote the readers. Nice
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samina
Feb 17, 2011 04:36pm
our gratitude to the two sisters for thier efforts to preserve our arts and crafts and supposrting our artisans. How can one access their website, any address of their outlet - one would like to purchase these beautiful items.
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S. Baig
Feb 18, 2011 03:00am
Thanks for showcasing these gorgeous items in this photo feature. I wonder if they are available anywhere in the United States.
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Parus
Feb 18, 2011 09:13am
from where i can get this stuff in pakistan?
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info@pollyandme.com
Feb 18, 2011 09:38am
For more details view website.. .www.pollyandme.com
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Sana
Feb 18, 2011 09:55am
It's gorgeous and so inspiring!
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shy
Feb 18, 2011 11:07am
Adore able .
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nasreen
Feb 18, 2011 10:08pm
Courageous lady.Cathy knows how to make things happen ... Hats off
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Cath
Feb 19, 2011 10:15am
Thanks for the nice comments everyone.
You can contact me on 03035129780 or at info@pollyandme.com if you want to see and buy the bags in Islamabad. I can also arrange for you to see and buy them elsewhere in Pakistan and overseas, including the US, UK and Dubai. Details of all the bags are on the website www.pollyandme.com and we are also on facebook (http://www.facebook.com/pages/polly-me/112766648772688). Look forward to hearing from you.
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