THE ARTISANS WE WORK WITH

PJT works with artisans that live in poverty (defined as less than $3 per person per day in a family) or extreme poverty (less than $1 per day), and with groups who have a minimum of five people from different families. We use democratic principles and practice transparency to ensure that working conditions are safe and dignified, and that the artisans have a say in how our products are created and sold. The artisan group sets its prices, manages the money, decides when to pay its members and when to invest in materials, and is responsible for all aspects of production, from accepting the order to quality control. Not only does this mean that all members sense a joint responsibility for the group, it also means they learn skills from each other in math, communication, and every member understands the financial situation of their group.

Our artisans set the prices that they feel are fair for their work; this price covers the cost of materials and payment for labor, and is not less than minimum wage. You can see what how the artisans calculate their price here. Underscoring our commitment to transparency, the artisans are aware of PJT's retail price.

We currently work only with artisans from Peru through the Bridge of Hope Fair Trade Project.  The artisan groups include:

 Emady Grupo Maná
 Huayanay Ichimay Wari
 Ima Sumacc Jupa
 Kuichi Llamcay Tuki
 Manos del Rosario  Munay Rumi
 El Mercurio La Primavera
 Sumacc Ruraq Warmi Llancashan
 Warmipa-Maki Waytita

You can see pictures of the artisans in a photo album from PJT's recent trip to Peru.

PJT features different artisans on our website. The following artisans have been featured so far: