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It’s in the bag -
empowering the women
of Ponorogo.
Purchasing a Jali Bag provides more than a stylish
accessory, it’s a chance to help the women in Ponorogo build a better future.
Efa Susanti, the co-founder of Batu Hijau (Green Rock)
Foundation, initially provided bag making training to women in Ponorogo, East Java, and now she is ensuring they can find a market for their bags. Many of Ponorogo's villages are a struggling farming region, prone to drought and with few opportunities to earn income.
The Jali bags are now available through the online site, PRR Jali Bag.
The women and Efa ensure individual touches are added to every bag. "These are not mass production items, we add exclusive finishing touches, making them one of a kind,” Efa says.
“This adds value to the women's work, a little creativity goes a long way in today's market, and it makes the bag special for those who buy them.”
Local woman Sriana, is proud that her Jali bag making training in 2019 made her more financially independent. "I had to quit my job as a kindergarten teacher to finish my studies, losing that one income would have been a big problem for us."
“But from making the bags, which I can do at home during my free time, I can keep earning money. We don't have to lose the second income, it's something I am very grateful for. I’m pleased to have even been invited to teach others how to make the bags.”
Sayuti, a young mother of a 5-month-old baby boy Izhan, said she can make the bags while watching her baby at home. "I don't have to leave the house and still make money for my family. I am thankful for the training and bag orders from Efa through Batu Hijau Foundation."
Jali Bag is made from recycled plastic pellets turned into thin plastic sheet rope. The bag's made out of weaving the rope is not only eco-friendly, but it's durable and easy to clean. Perfect for all occasions, from going to the market with heavy loads or to accessories your outfit to a party. It also keeps up with the current trend in fashion with the newly developed weaving techniques.
Be an eco-warrior and help empower the women of Ponorogo.
Note: Profits from PRR Jali bags are donated back to Batu Hijau Foundation to support more free programs for the community.