Quilts for Empowerment

Opening Reception– Friday, May 2, 5-7pm

Show runs through June 13, 2025

The women in our quilting program have always been paid a fair-trade wage for their work. In addition, since 2018, QFE has also contributed an equal amount into their income-generating support group. Support group funds are then used to give women non-refundable cash transfers to generate their own income, pay for national health insurance for every woman and her family, and to provide loans for emergencies.

QFE has adopted evidence-based best practices for promoting quilters’ economic independence, including: a) a monthly income for paying for their daily needs; b) non-refundable cash transfers to invest in income-generating activities; c) health insurance for their household; d) financial training and coaching; and 3) on-going mentoring.