Meet Sewing New Futures


All of the items we carry that are made from vintage saris are produced by Sewing New Futures in North India. Not only are their products a perfect mix of beauty, quality and integrity... so are their philosophies.

Since 2015 Sewing New Futures has provided education and skills training to women engaged in or at risk of forced prostitution and child marriage. Their programs include: 

  • Skills development and training allows women and girls to choose a trade and work in dignity.
  • After school program to support elementary and middle school dropouts to reengage them in education. 
  • Social work program assists women in accessing government programs and psychological support.
  • Medical linkage program assists marginalized women and their families access primary medical services and prenatal care.
  • Self-Help groups to allow women to control their savings and future.
Your purchase with The Gifted Drifter helps support these incredible causes.
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