Beads of Awareness is a volunteer-run social enterprise dedicated to empowering women in northern Uganda since 2009.
We do this by buying paper bead jewellery and other products from our artisans, selling them in Canada and abroad, and reinvesting proceeds into our microfinance loan project.
We buy from two artisan groups
in the Gulu region of Uganda—helping support over 45 individuals and their families
We have issued 200+ loans, allowing borrowers to launch micro-enterprises and transition toward sustainable livelihoods
We have also supported many local development projects in the Gulu region.
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Join the movement by purchasing our products, wearing them with pride, and spreading the word.
Our operations in both Canada and Uganda are made possible thanks to our two Ugandan staff and committed volunteers in Canada.
Meet the team and read about our journey
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