Artisan Crafted Handbags
"We have spent the last twenty years learning—and with your help—turning those learning into impact that provides Indigenous women with the tools they need to achieve things they may never have thought possible."
-Founder and Executive Director, Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia
Celebrating 20 years of operation, Mercado Global marks this milestone with the expansion of its MART program to Honduras in collaboration with CEPUDO. This partnership has introduced rich, impactful textiles featured in our SS24 collection, AURA.
These textiles symbolize the strength and creativity of Indigenous women, highlighting the importance of women's empowerment.
We extend our gratitude to CEPUDO and Food for the Poor for their support in this initiative.
"We are happy to know that our creations will reach people all over the world through the bags that Mercado Global makes with the fabric we send them."
-Teresa Domínguez, President of the Lencas Artisans Group
July 6th marks International Day of Cooperatives, a perfect time to celebrate the women cooperatives we work with in Central America.
These cooperatives empower artisans with democratic, sustainable business models, breaking the cycle of poverty and fostering economic independence for women and their families. Women-led cooperatives are key to driving positive change in the regions we serve!
#CoopsDay
Discover our Fall/Winter 2024 collection, Metamorphosis. Handcrafted by Indigenous women artisans in rural Latin America, this collection blends tradition with futurism.
Featuring wool, radiant reds, deep greens, and autumnal peaches, these functional pieces embody dedication and skill passed down through generations.
Experience the transformation while honoring the past.
