Who are
the seamstresses?

Since July 2019, Opportunity for Women has been working with YounSone , which trains and supports women in Yangon, with the aim of helping them find

Their
faces
  • Aye Sapal Win
  • Hnin Hnin Wai
  • Monica Moe Moe Âye -Manager
  • Stella
  • Su Myat Tun
  • Thandar Htun
  • By Par Lay
Why are they in Yangon?

Many have fled armed conflict and violence in their home regions. Others come looking for work to support their families. Some have been internally displaced for years, while others belong to historically established but still marginalized communities.

What obstacles do they encounter?

These women face multiple difficulties :

  • Lack of official papers, depriving them of access to formal employment, education or public services.
  • Cultural and religious discrimination, particularly against ethnic minorities and Indo-Myanmar people.
  • Economic vulnerability, which forces them to accept precarious jobs, often underpaid and unstable.
  • Risk of exploitation and violence, amplified by their isolation in an urban environment where they lack support networks.
Une résilience qui inspire

Despite these obstacles, these women demonstrate remarkable strength . They fight every day to rebuild their lives, develop their skills and offer a better future to their children .

What
products?

These seamstresses make Kachin cushion covers, pouches and other items.

  • Eco-responsible

    Handicrafts from here and elsewhere

  • Community involvement

    We support women in Southeast Asia

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