Path of Paper reycles paper into empowerment!

Path of Paper began in 2007 when Kathryn O'Grady joined the Peace Corps, after graduating from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA. As a Peace Corps volunteer Kathryn was stationed in the dusty town of Iganga, in the eastern African country Uganda. While there Kathryn worked with a great non-governmental organization and was introduced to the Gemakumyino Women's Group. It was love at first sight! The women involved in the Gemakumyino Women's Group are hardworking, artistic and were waiting for the opportunity to use their abilities to improve their lives and the lives of their families. Hence, POP was born.
Path of Paper uses recycled paper to create beautiful jewelry, purses, bowls, bracelets etc. These products transform waste into empowerment and income for the lives of women in Iganga, Uganda.
When you buy from POP, you are not only are you buying a beautiful quality item, but you are supporting real women with real needs.
Thanks to our board of directors, UAOWF, and the vast network of women and men worldwide who have helped make this a reality.

Saturday, April 30, 2011

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Friday, April 29, 2011

Thinking about Uganda.....

The second of these links is very disturbing, and they both really got my heart racing. I have to admit I've been distracted recently from dedication to Path of Paper. With a new job, city, and chapter in my life I was feeling more distant from Iganga than ever before. But, these videos took me back to the streets I used to know, woke me from my British Royal wedding self indulgent lifestyle and reminded me not to forget the people who became my heart.
In the coming weeks, we at Path of Paper are getting in gear to get a lot accomplished! There are new products, new ideas, new 501 c3 forms, and new help to enlist!
We're going to be present at the Blair Middle School Spring Craft Fair on May 7th (from 9am-3pm), so show up, email us, and friggen do something with what ya got!

Thanks so much for your interest and support!





http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-13237058


http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-13243259
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