Amani ya Juu means
"peace from above" in Swahili. Amani is a fair trade sewing and
economic development program for marginalized women in Africa. Women from Rwanda,
Congo, Uganda, South Sudan, Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia, and Mozambique are
learning to work together through faith in God who provides a peace that
transcends cultural and ethnic differences. Amani is committed to holistic
development giving women experience in stitching, quality control, purchasing,
bookkeeping, management, and design. More importantly, Amani women participate
in singing, praying, and Bible study as part of their everyday
"business" activities.
The Amani product is ultimately women of peace. Their wide
selection of handbags, home and kitchen décor, jewelry, and children's items
are made from local African materials. Innovations take the form of stitching,
tie-dye, and batik and result in uniquely designed products. Your purchase
enables Amani women to earn a regular income and ultimately become women of
peace.
“Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to
you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled,
neither let it be afraid" (John 14:27).
