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Aside from the s’more-eating contests, fun-packed games, endless fits of laughter and passion-filled discussions about world change, there’s even more coolness that sets Take Action Camp apart from any other. It’s a place to connect with other like-minded people who share the same drive to make a difference and leave a positive impact on ...
June 26th, 2015 read moreFor us, daily inspiration comes from every possible corner—and right now, we’re over-the-moon-thrilled about the inspiration filling up Instagram…from YOU! So many of you have posted awesome photos of yourselves rocking Rafikis and other ME to WE Artisans products. We’d just like to take a moment to say THANK YOU and send a virtual high-fiv...
June 19th, 2015 read moreOur Q&A with photographer and educator Mohammad Ramadan In a world smothered by selfies, photo shopping and Instagram, Mohammad Ramadan is striving to capture raw moments using his iPhone. He’s been practicing photography for almost eight years and is now a member of the VSCO community though his online photo journal. A passionate scienc...
June 12th, 2015 read moreIt’s a familiar feeling—that mix of nervousness and excitement at the pit of your stomach. It comes out when something’s new, different and unfamiliar. Seven years ago, Spencer West, ME to WE motivational speaker, was gearing up for his very first day at Take Action Camp and realizing he was about to meet a busload of kids he didn’t kno...
June 9th, 2015 read moreHow can a necklace or bracelet empower two generations of women in Kenya? You create an initiative for women, by women. Together, ME to WE and women in Kenya are celebrating beautiful handmade jewellery that reflects Kenyan culture—and looks great in your wardrobe. Attached to each piece is an even greater story of transformation. With every...
April 16th, 2015 read moreThe journey of the Tatu Bracelet starts in a little place on the outskirts of Nairobi. Here in our atelier, artisans craft the bracelet that will travel across the world to you. The atelier where Fundis (leatherworkers) and mamas work on Artisans products is surrounded in lush greenery and bright flowers, and is only steps away from this ...
March 6th, 2015 read moreIt’s easy to see why Hannah Simone radiates that effortlessly cool vibe—she’s an actress, former MuchMusic VJ and passionate about girls’ education—not to mention she also happens to be Canadian. For those reasons and many more, she’s also a Free The Children celebrity ambassador. On her recent travels to India and Kenya with ME to ...
February 18th, 2015 read moreThere are so many ways to show your love for someone—hanging out, giving a gift, lending a hand or doing something sweet. As the ol’ adage says, ‘it’s the thought that counts’! Just like our Artisans pieces are handmade with love by mamas in Kenya, here are a few ideas where you can use your hands to create a Valentine’s gift bursting w...
February 13th, 2015 read more(only 84 days to go...!) We know those long summer days still seem ages away, but that gives us all the more reason to dream about summer camp! Here are 10 of our favourite things about camp. 1. Camp friends We’re always sure to meet new friends with similar interests, and it’s always great reuniting with camp besties each year. We know ...
February 12th, 2015 read moreFond memories of trips past resurface often during these frigid winter months. It’s easy to think about our amazing adventure abroad, the incredible new people we met and how great it felt to be part of something so much bigger than ourselves—especially when the climates we visited were so sunny and warm! We’ve flipped through our photo album...
February 6th, 2015 read more