Silence is a self–help project for artisans who are deaf or physically disabled. In a country where unemployment is high, people who are disabled rarely find work. The situation is even more difficult for women with disabilities. Silence works to help their artisans become self–sufficient and earn their living, training team members in different skills. After completing Silence’s training courses, artisans are encouraged to move into commercial housing so that new artisans can be trained. Silence artisans produce incense sticks, candles, greeting cards and jewelry. These are exported or sold locally at Silence’s retail store. Artisan benefits include a retirement fund, health and personal accident insurance, profit sharing and certification of disability to qualify for free bus transit and reduced government taxation. Ten Thousand Villages has purchased products from Silence since 1983.
Silence
Silence is a self–help project for artisans who are deaf or physically disabled. In a country where unemployment is high, people who are disabled rarely find work. The situation is even more difficult for women with disabilities. Silence works to help their artisans become self–sufficient and earn their living, training team members in different skills. After completing Silence’s training courses, artisans are encouraged to move into commercial housing so that new artisans can be trained. Silence artisans produce incense sticks, candles, greeting cards and jewelry. These are exported or sold locally at Silence’s retail store. Artisan benefits include a retirement fund, health and personal accident insurance, profit sharing and certification of disability to qualify for free bus transit and reduced government taxation. Ten Thousand Villages has purchased products from Silence since 1983.
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Wood Hexagon Stud Earrings
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Jiyo Coasters - Set of 4
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Wooden Barrel Bead Necklace
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $34.99Original price $34.99 - Original price $34.99Original price $34.99Current price $17.50$17.50 - $17.50Current price $17.50Naturally stunning, the Wooden Barrel Bead Necklace looks as beautiful at the beach as it does, a night out. Silence, our fair trade partner in Ind...
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Hamsa Incense Holder
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $9.99 - Original price $9.99Original price$9.99$9.99 - $9.99Current price $9.99Handcrafted of terracotta, then handpainted with white designs, the Hamsa Incense Holder features an indent in the palm to burn an incense cone and...
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Geometric Chopstick Set
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Jasmine Cone Incense Set
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Chickadee Pair Card
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $6.99 - Original price $6.99Original price$6.99$6.99 - $6.99Current price $6.99This handpainted greeting card featuring a black-capped chickadee pair was crafted by makers with Silence, our fair trade partner who offers skills...
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Sandalwood Cone Incense Set
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Lavender Cone Incense Set
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Patchouli Incense Set
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $29.99 - Original price $29.99Original price$29.99$29.99 - $29.99Current price $29.99The Patchouli Incense Set is a handcrafted gift set made exclusively for Ten Thousand Villages in the Silence workshop in India—an artisan group wh...
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Sandalwood Incense Set
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $39.99 - Original price $39.99Original price$39.99$39.99 - $39.99Current price $39.99The Sandalwood Incense Set is a handcrafted self-care gift set made exclusively for Ten Thousand Villages in the Silence workshop in India—an artis...
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Waxing Moon Tealights
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $29.99 - Original price $29.99Original price$29.99$29.99 - $29.99Current price $29.99Representing the phases of the moon, each candle in this gift set features a unique lovely scent. The scents are Geranium, Lavender, Cypress, Jasmi...
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Jasmine Incense Set
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $4.99 - Original price $4.99Original price$4.99$4.99 - $4.99Current price $4.99Be still. Enjoy a fresh touch of the outdoors, indoor with a stick of jasmine-scented incense from India. In a country where stable employment is s...
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Lemon Incense Set
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Amber Incense Set
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $4.99 - Original price $4.99Original price$4.99$4.99 - $4.99Current price $4.99Be still. Enjoy the richness of the amber-scented incense from India. In a country where stable employment is scarce, people with disabilities rare...
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Tea Tree Incense Set
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $4.99 - Original price $4.99Original price$4.99$4.99 - $4.99Current price $4.99Be still. Enjoy a moment of refreshment with a stick of tea tree-scented incense from India. In a country where stable employment is scarce, people...
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Lavender Incense Set
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $4.99 - Original price $4.99Original price$4.99$4.99 - $4.99Current price $4.99Be still. Enjoy a moment of peace with a stick of lavender-scented incense from India. In a country where stable employment is scarce, people with ...
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Sandalwood Incense Sticks
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $4.99 - Original price $4.99Original price$4.99$4.99 - $4.99Current price $4.99The fresh wooden scent of sandalwood fills the air when you burn a stick of this fragrant incense. Pack of 10 sandalwood incense sticks comes in a ...
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Trio Beaded Bracelets
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $19.99Original price $19.99 - Original price $19.99Original price $19.99Current price $14.99$14.99 - $14.99Current price $14.99An easy fit, the Trio Beaded Bracelet suits every style—this grounded design in deep reddish, brown hues adds organic flare. Handcrafted by artisan...
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Songland Holiday Card
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $5.99Original price $5.99 - Original price $5.99Original price $5.99Current price $4.49$4.49 - $4.49Current price $4.49Hello, holidays! Looking to send a sweet missive to someone dear—this card hits all the right notes. Handcrafted by artisans at Silence, our fair t...
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Sparkling Tree Holiday Card
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $6.99Original price $6.99 - Original price $6.99Original price $6.99Current price $5.24$5.24 - $5.24Current price $5.24Wish them a bright and shining holiday with the Sparkling Tree Holiday Card from India.
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Foxy Evergreens Card
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $5.99Original price $5.99 - Original price $5.99Original price $5.99Current price $4.49$4.49 - $4.49Current price $4.49Send this foxy card to say: hi, thank you, I've missed you, here's what I'm up to—you get it—it's that perfect card to send any greeting. Handcraft...
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Jiyo Serving Board
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $49.99 - Original price $49.99Original price$49.99$49.99 - $49.99Current price $49.99The Jiyo Serving Board is a stunningly handcrafted charcuterie board made by artisans in India from gamhar, mango, pine and neem woods. The bold ge...
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Oh Holy Night Christmas Card
Handcrafted in IndiaOriginal price $6.99 - Original price $6.99Original price$6.99$6.99 - $6.99Current price $6.99Send the handmade Oh Holy Night Christmas Card to cherished family and friends. Handcrafted paper card features Mary and Joseph lovingly cradling t...
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