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THREADS OF CONVICTION
Discover the remarkable journey of Ruth Álvarez-Degolia and Mercado Global, a fashion brand empowering indigenous women artisans. Learn about their sustainable practices and social impact, showing how fashion can drive positive change. Read more to explore the intersection of style and purpose.
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Stuart Weitzman Partners With Mercado Global
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Hacia un Futuro Equitativo
April 4, 2025
La tradicional gala Mercado Global rindió honor a Fernando García, Madeleine Sinclair, Julia Kisla Taylor y Mona Patel, cuyo trabajo en la moda está enfocado en construir un mundo más equitativo.
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The Lions Champions Ethical Fashion at Mercado Global’s Fashion Forward Gala
March 24, 2025
On March 6, 2025, The Lions Management joined industry leaders at Mercado Global’s Fashion Forward Gala, an event dedicated to empowering Indigenous women artisans through ethical fashion.
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Celebrating Women’s Empowerment: Inside Mercado Global’s Stunning Fashion Forward Gala
March 23, 2025
Amazing things happen when fashion and purpose unite! On March 6th, 2025, Mercado Global transformed Tribeca 360° in New York City into a breathtaking celebration of female power and cultural heritage.
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Mercado Global Celebrates Women's Empowerment Through Fashion
March 10, 2025
Mercado Global proudly celebrated its annual Fashion Forward Gala at Tribeca 360° in honor of International Women’s Day. This signature event brought together leaders in fashion, finance, and philanthropy to champion the empowerment of Indigenous women across the Americas through entrepreneurship and financial independence.
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Mercado Global reconoce a las mujeres en su día con una gala de moda
March 10, 2025
En el marco del Día Internacional de la mujer, Mercado Global celebra el empoderamiento en una noche llena de fiesta y moda.
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212: Oscar for a Gala
March 9, 2025
At Mercado Global's annual Fashion Forward Gala in New York, Dominican models Lineisy Montero and Hiandra Martínez captivated attendees by wearing designs from Óscar de la Renta, crafted by Creative Co-Director Fernando García. García, honored at the event, acknowledged the influence of Latin American artisans on the brand's creations.
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Julia Kisla Taylor on Empowering Women, Leading The LIONS, & Driving Change
March 9, 2025
Kisla Taylor was recently honored at the Mercado Global Fashion Forward Gala for her transformative work supporting Indigenous women artisans across Latin America.
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Mercado Global Gala 2025
March 9, 2025
Video Highlighting the night of the Mercado Global's Fashion Forward Gala
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Fernando García, el talento dominicano detrás de Oscar de la Renta y Monse, es celebrado en la Gala Fashion Forward
March 8, 2025
El diseñador dominicano Fernando García, co-director creativo de Oscar de la Renta y Monse, fue honrado el pasado 6 de marzo en la Gala Fashion Forward de la Fundación Mercado Global, un evento que celebra el impacto transformador de la moda en la sociedad.
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Fashion as a Catalyst for Change
March 5, 2025
On March 6, 2025, leaders from fashion, finance, and philanthropy will gather at Tribeca 360° in New York City for Mercado Global’s Fashion Forward Gala, an annual event that highlights the power of fashion as a force for social and economic transformation.
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Mercado Global’s Annual Gala Highlights Women’s Empowerment
March 5, 2025
The Brooklyn-based nonprofit and accessories brand, Mercado Global has been bridging the gap between Indigenous artisans and the international fashion industry for almost 20 years, working at the nexus of ethical fashion and economic mobility.
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Threads of Conviction
March 27, 2024
Discover the remarkable journey of Ruth Álvarez-Degolia and Mercado Global, a fashion brand empowering indigenous women artisans. Learn about their sustainable practices and social impact, showing how fashion can drive positive change. Read more to explore the intersection of style and purpose.
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Stuart Weitzman Partners with Mercado Global
2024
Presenting a video article showcasing our collaboration with the luxury brand Stuart Weitzman. Featuring our handwoven fabrics on the renowned footwear brand.
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Daniela Villegas and Sami Hayek present at the Annual Fashion Forward Gala of Mercado Global
March 21, 2024
El Mundo de Regina spotlighted our organization's successful orchestration of the Annual Fashion Forward Gala alongside notable figures Daniela Villegas and Sami Hayek. The article recognizes our pivotal role in curating the event, showcasing our dedication to advancing the fashion industry and supporting Mercado Global's mission. It reflects our commitment to fostering positive change through fashion and collaborative initiatives.
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Mercado Global’s Fashion Forward Gala: Honoring Leaders in Fashion, Finance, and Philanthropy for Their Impact on Indigenous Women and Communities on International Women’s Day
March 19, 2024
The Fashion Forward Gala by Mercado Global honored leaders in various fields for their contributions to indigenous women and communities, coinciding with International Women's Day.
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HOT PICS!
March 10, 2024
The Lions CEO Julia Kisla Taylor and Brand Director Lucy Jackson joined Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia, founder and executive director of Mercado Global during its 20th anniversary gala in NYC where they celebrated two decades of empowering women throughout the Americas.
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HOT PHOTOS!
April 15, 2024
The Lions CEO Julia Kisla Taylor and Brand Director Lucy Jackson joined Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia, founder and executive director of Mercado Global during its 20th anniversary gala in NYC where they celebrated two decades of empowering women throughout the Americas.
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Homenaje en NY
March 15, 2024
Our Fashion Forward gala was featured in Club Reforma magazine.

De gala en NY
March 13, 2024
Photos of the prize winners at the annual Fashion Forward Gala, leaders in fashion gathered to celebrate International Women's Day with Mercado Global.

Mercado Global conmemora el Día Internacional de la Mujer
March 11, 2024
Leaders in fashion design, finance, and journalism attended the twentieth anniversary of the Fashion Forward Gala on March 7, International Women's Day, to celebrate "unshakeable belief" in the empowerment of women to make positive social change.

Mercado Global honra a líderes en moda, finanzas y filantropía
March 9, 2024
The twentieth anniversary of the Fashion Forward Gala honors esteemed leaders in the fashion industry that support Mercado Global's values and mission of empowering women to make local and global change.

This Week in Events: Celebrating International Women's Day in Style
March 8, 2024
Avenue names Mercado Global's Fashion Forward gala among the week's highlights such as "Press for Champagne" at Ashley Longshore Gallery, screening at Museum of Jewish Heritage, Nordstrom's Paul Smith Clubhouse, and other notable fashion-cultural events.

15 US & European Innovation Leaders in Latin America to Watch in 2024
February 20, 2024
Mercado Global executive director Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia listed as one of fifteen leaders starting business, technology, finance, healthcare, and fashion companies/organizations in Latin America.

Mercado Global Founder Discusses 20 Years of Bringing Artisan Skills to Fashion Industry
November 14, 2023
Founder and executive director Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia explains the origins of Mercado Global, its mission to create ethical fashion designs, and give back to Indigenous Latin American communities.
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Mercado Global: Empowering Indigenous Artisans
November 6, 2023
Mercado Global launches 2024 collections: Spring/Summer 2024 with Stuart Weitzman footwear, Revival with Mara Hoffman, and Denim Redefined with Levi Strauss & Co.
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Inside Mercado Global’s 10th Annual Fashion Forward Gala and International Women’s Day Celebration
March 9, 2023
Vogue covers 10th Fashion Forward Gala that raises funds and awareness for the organization's Indigenous artisans and grassroots model with Lidia Garcia, operations director based in Guatemala.
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Mercado Global celebró del Día Internacional de la Mujer
March 23, 2023
Honored guests Edmundo Castillo (Stuart Weitzman), Maria Cornejo (Zero + Maria Cornejo), Fabiola Beracasa Beckman (film and television producer), and Stephanie Drescher (Apollo) attend Fashion Forward Gala 2023.
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Moda y altruismo en Nueva York
March 17, 2023
During International Women's Day, Mercado Global pays tribute to leaders in fashion that empower indigenous communities.
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Planned Parenthood’s Spring Into Action Gala, the Pr Net Celebrate Next-gen Stars, Plus! Mercado Global’s Fashion Forward Gala
March 15, 2023
The Daily covers the 10th Annual Fashion Forward Gala hosted in Manhattan among the same week's PR Net and Planned Parenthood events.
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Marie Chantal de Grecia asiste a la gala solidaria de Mercado Global
March 14, 2023
Marie Chantal, Crown Princess of Greece, praises Mercado Global's incredible work, "doing as much as they can" to help indigenous people.
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This Week in Events: Black Tie Galas From NYC to Palm Beach
March 10, 2023
2023 Fashion Forward Gala at The Prince George Ballroom is listed along with Bloomingdale's & Tika Sumpter's International Women's Day celebration, Guest of a Guest anniversary, alice + olivia boutique trunk show, and other Avenue events of the week.
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Mercado Global celebró gala dedicada a su impacto en las comunidades indígenas
March 9, 2023
2023 Fashion Forward Gala featured leaders in Fashion and Philanthropy, including brands such as Stuart Weitzman and Mara Hoffman. Honored attendee Edmundo Castillo calls it "a positive change in the fashion industry and support to the Latino community."
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Women of the Hour – Fashion Forward Honorees
January 29, 2023
Hudson Yards boutique hosts soiree for Fashion Forward Honorees Fabiola Beracasa Beckman, Maria Cornejo, Stephanie Drescher, and Edmundo Castillo. Founder Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia announces Mercado Global's future support to more Central American regions.
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Libertad, trato justo y ética. Así transforma Mercado Global la realidad de las mujeres en América Latina
December 8, 2021
El Paíz details how Mercado Global sustainably aids indigenous women in rural Guatemala and combats inequality and poverty in Latin America.
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Artesanas guatemaltecas y Levi’s se unen por los inmigrantes en la frontera
July 6, 2021
Levi's donates raw supplies to Indigenous female Guatemalan artisans that benefits immigrant communities on the border.
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Her Fashion Brand Empowers Women in Guatemala. Now, She’s Fighting for Change at U.S. Border
June 17, 2021
Mercado Global executive director Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia co-hosts delegation at border in Texas with White House members to support Central American migrants.
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Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia of Mercado Global – Building your ability to listen and use it as a tool for problem solving...
February 18, 2021
Journalist Alexandra Spirer interviews executive director Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia about the origins of Mercado Global, giving advice to female entrepreneurs, and lessons learned as CEO.

Women Of The C-Suite: Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia of Mercado Global On The Five Things You Need To Succeed As A Senior Executive
February 16, 2021
Journalist Alexandra Spirer interviews executive director Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia on her 5 Leadership Lessons from experience as a non-profit CEO and stories about the company.

How Mercado Global Got 120,000 Masks into At-Risk Communities
January 15, 2021
Student Journalist Amelia Anthony interviews executive director Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia on Mercado Global's donation project "Masks Where They're Needed Most" during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mercado Global donates 125,000 masks throughout the U.S.
December 30, 2020
Mercado Global donated 125,000 masks throughout the U.S., with emphasis on distribution to migrant communities and children.

Artesanas guatemaltecas donan y venden máscaras ahora claves para sus comunidades
August 23, 2020
Mercado Global starts campaign to sell and donate masks for U.S. and Latin American communities affected by the pandemic, especially in crisis zones in Guatemala.
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Colaboración en la pandemia
August 12, 2020
Mercado Global receives deadstock fabric donation from the Levi Strauss foundation to sew 6,500 masks for hospitals in Mexico City and Durango.

Style: Two Ways to Wear the T-Shirt Dress
August 2020
Mercado Global's buy one, donate one face mask is featured in People Magazine's style editorial for the T-Shirt Dress accessories.
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Brooklyn-based nonprofit connects with Indigenous artisans to create face masks
July 2020
Mercado Global launches donation campaign to distribute face masks for at-risk populations during the pandemic.

Levi's está empoderando a las artesanas Indígenas en Guatemala
July 22, 2020
Mercado Global's partnership with Levi's opens up Indigenous women artisan's talent to international fashion markets.

New Levi's donation empowers Guatemalan artisans
July 21, 2020
Levi's donates 7,000 yards of deadstock fabric to Mercado Global partner artisans, who sewed 55,000 non-medical grade masks, donated to organizations and hospitals in Mexico, Brasil, New York, California, and Guatemala.

Mercado Global Partners With Levi’s to Empower Indigenous Female Artisans in Guatemala
July 20, 2020
Levi's and Mercado Global donates free facemasks in Latin America and the U.S., and supports Indigenous artisans and their families throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Brooklyn-based non-profit helps workers in Guatemala by making face masks for pandemic
July 16, 2020
Mercado Global donates facemasks and supports own Indigenous artisans, racial justice causes in Brooklyn, and frontline hospital workers in the midst of the COVID-19 virus.

Organización de Brooklyn donó más de 65 mil máscaras a necesitados en EE. UU. Y América Latina
July 6, 2020
Mercado Global donates masks to epicenters of the virus in the U.S. and Latin America. Dr. Kate Conway of Wright State University, partner of the organization, says she is proud to wear the handmade masks and is inspired by partner artisans.

Organización de Brooklyn donó más de 65 mil máscaras a necesitados en EE. UU. Y América Latina
July 2, 2020
Mercado Global donates masks to epicenters of the virus in the U.S. and Latin America. Dr. Kate Conway of Wright State University, partner of the organization, says she is proud to wear the handmade masks and is inspired by partner artisans.
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Guatemalan women sew masks for Dayton health care workers
June 14, 2020
Health cirrculum partner Dr. Kate Conway expresses gratitude for partner artisans in Guatemala. Mercado Global sends 4,500 handmade facemasks to Ohio for frontline hospital workers.

Coronavirus: Women in Guatemala Sew Masks for Hospitals in N.Y.
May 19, 2020
Food for the Poor partners with Mercado Global to support Indigenous female artisans with food and transportation to continue training artisans and working during the pandemic.

In a World of Knockoffs and Appropriation, Guatemalan Artisans Are Taking Their Traditions Global
February 4, 2020
Mercado Global named among ethical co-ops and companies bringing authentic Guatemalan designs to international markets, combatting the fashion industry's history of cultural appropriation.

Una noche “Fashion Forward” por Mercado Global
November 14, 2019
The Fashion Forward 2019 gala celebrated Guatemala's artisans as well as fundraising for Mercado Global's mission. Honored attendees included brand ambassadors for Vogue Latin America, Schultz International, Free People, Levi's, Aeroméxico, CBS, Guiseppe Zanotti, La Prairie, and Baccarat.
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El poder de ser únicos
April 2019
Mercado Global's Blanca tote featured in editorial for Vogue Mexico's April 2019 issue.

Great Buys Under 150!
April 2019
Mercado Global's Apolonia tote showcased in Oprah Magazine's April 2019 issue.

UB alumna makes a difference in Guatemala
August 1, 2018
University of Buffalo alumna Cristine Tjahjadi-Lopez talks about philanthropy and faith in Guatemala, including internship at Mercado Global.

Nueva York: Galas de Lujo
January 2018
Mercado Global gala featured in Hola! Magazine's New York Luxury Galas photo spread.

Mercado Global Celebration Benefit 2017
October 20, 2017
Annual Celebration Benefit held at Prince George Ballroom in NYC. Jewelry designer Pamela Love recieved 2017 Fashion Forward Visionary Award. Auction included Jenny Packham, Marchesa, Silvia Tcherassi accessories among more designer items.
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Pamela Love to Be Honored by Nonprofit Mercado Global Tonight
October 18, 2017
Pamela Love recieves 2017 Fashion Forward Visionary Award at Mercado Global Gala. Love celebrates the organization, aspires to "create more opportunities for the women they work with."
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Target's Newest Collab Gives Back and Looks Great
April 24, 2017
Target partners with international artisan designers, including Guatemala, in effort to make culturally diverse, fair-trade product designs.

Get a First Look at Target's New Global Design Collection
April 19, 2017
Target collaboration with Accompany Us to release collection featuring global, ethical product designs from Guatemala, India, Kenya, Turkey, Ecuador, and other developing countries.
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Meet the Guatemalan Artisans Behind Resort Accessories Label
April 7, 2017
Culture Trip writes about systematic challenges rural Indigenous Guatemalan women face, the heritage of Guatemalan weaving, and Mercado Global's mission.

Threads of Hope: Changing the World by Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
March 8, 2017
Mercado Global and other women's owned cooperatives invest in community health, education, and housing in rural Guatemala where gender inequality persists.

Charitable Gifts: Make a (Stylish) Difference
November 13, 2016
Mercado Global artisan-made pillow listed as gift for a cause in Harper's Bazaar editorial list.
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Financial Times' Travel Unravelled
November 2016
Mercado Global bag featured under 'For Goodness' Sake' section in Financial Times spread.

The Bazaar/The Extras
May 2016
Estella Clutches included in collages for The Bazaar and The Extras spreads.

How to Love Your Summer More
May 2016
Mercado Global Weekender listed in accessories spread for summer in The Oprah Magazine.

Chic Summer Style
May 2016
Mercado Global featured in Elle Decor Magazine for Chic Summer Style theme.
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Guatemala Travel Guide
March 2016
Mercado Global hosts trip for The Glamourai staff. Clutch and crossbody shown in Glamourai accessory spread for travel to Guatemala.

Brands That Give a Sh&t
March 2016
Goop spotlights Mercado Global as a brand that sustainably empowers and supports underrepresented women in international business.

Mercado Global
February 25, 2016
Contributer for lifestyle blog HonestlyWTF recounts insight trip to Guatemala, meeting entrepreneurs and seeing firsthand the organization's sustainable program that gives back to their Indigenous female artisans' 2,000 year old heritage.
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Mercado Global
February 2016
Fashion photographer Jamie Beck of Ann Street Studio shares photos of the process behind Indigenous weaving techniques and meaningful fabric patterns made into Mercado Global accessories.

What to Wear On A Warm-Weather Getaway
December 2015
Hand Woven Josefina Pouch showcased in outfit inspiration collage for travel fashion in The Zoe Report.

Jessica Alba's 2015 Holiday Gift Guide Revealed: 11 Clever and Unique Items for the Last-Minute Shopper
December 15, 2015
Hand Woven Lefty Brocade Leather Crossbody spotlit in Jessica Alba's guide for holiday shopping: cute gifts with a social cause.

Spring 2016 Trend: Latin-Inspired Accessoris
December 2015
Spring 2016 Collection Mercado Global bag promoted in WWD's Latin-Inspired Accessories slideshow.

18 Best Summer Trends
June 2015
Mercado Global bag listed as fashion piece staple in InStyle's Best Summer Trends of 2015.

Ipek Irgit: The Bright New Bikini Hotshot
August 2014
Mercado Global beach bag shown as summer travel essential for Condé Nast Traveller's holiday checklist.

Look Great
July/August 2014
Mercado Global dip-dye clutch showcased in Blue Crush themed fashion accessory spread for Shape Magazine.

Simple Holiday Style
December 2012
Mercado Global cotton tote displayed as part of holiday shopping guide for 2012 issue of Country Living Magazine.
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The Giving Back Awards
June 2006
Mercado Global executive director Ruth DeGolia and business partner Denita Singh discuss founding Mercado Global for Newsweek.
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