Community Stories — local products

We recently had the privilege of visiting the partner weaving community of WVN Living in Banguar, La Union. As a social enterprise, we believe it's essential to connect with the communities where our products are made. This visit allowed us to get to know the talented artisans and learn about the craftsmanship that goes into each handwoven Inabel product. Learning from the Artisans During our visit, we had the opportunity to hear the stories of the weavers and learn about the intricate process of creating each piece. From the careful selection of threads to the meticulous weaving process, every step...

Last month, we joined DTI-BMDPO’s buying mission in Sorsogon to discover what the province has to offer. We visited various locations across Sorsogon Province, including Bulan, Casiguran, Bulusan, Barcelona, Irosin, and Sorsogon City along with other potential partners from Roots Collective and Tesoro’s.  Showcasing Sorsogon's Best Over two days, MSMEs showcased their unique community products, including abaca items, jewelry, pili nuts, pastries, and wellness products. All of us got to see firsthand how these products are made in factories and workshops. It was a fun time trying out the different products. Sorsogon really has a wealth of offerings made by...