Posted by Chris in : Phase 2 , 3commentsIt is difficult to believe that it was only 3 months ago that the launch of Township Trades phase 2 started.In this time 5 trainees returned for the next stage of their training, we have sourced and purchased incredible natural ingredients, made, cut and wrapped thousands of bars of soap.Our largest order to date was shipped to England – headed for Traidcraft.How exciting!!!
Our team has worked very hard and when it comes time for the weekend, it seems we must be doing something right as our trainees have said they missed everyone and can’t wait to get back to Township Trades ‘HQ’.
It’s been a very busy but exciting time, we have been out to meet some of our suppliers, and we have had several overseas visitors
Monica Philbrook from Traidcraft came to meet the team, we were very interested to hear how Traidcraft got started and to listen to the stories Monica could tell about some of the other individuals and organizations that she has visited.
Inspirational Wall – we have an inspirational wall in the reception area of our workshop, it is filled with quotes from famous people as well as some of our own original thoughts.We like to focus on the positive and spread our enthusiasm Noone – not even visitors are able to escape until they have added something to the wall.So be warned – bring a quote – when you come to visit Township Trades.
Watch this space as there are very exciting things happening at Township Trades ….
Township Trades is a start up social enterprise based in Khayelitsha township in South Africa. Our aim is to answer the urgent needs of young adults who have lost their parents to HIV. At Township Trades we believe there is a choice; we can abondon Africa's orphans to a life dependent on charity and government aid or we can provide them with the business skills to become independent through trade. Welcome to Township Trades.
