The Child Labor Epidemic
Child labor is a crime committed against one out of every seven children across the globe—and the handmade rug industry is a big part of the problem.
Learn more »Faces of Freedom
The collection of work by internationally acclaimed photographer U. Roberto Romano reveals stories of former child weavers and their journey from moments of exploitation and desperation to opportunities of rehabilitation and education.
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News
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The Editor at Large, "RugMark recognized for efforts to end child labor in the rug industry," February 1, 2010
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Epoch Times, "Canadian Designers Explore Ancient Art Form," by Madalina Hubert, January 20, 2010
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Natural Home Living, "2010 Predictions: Interior Design Trends," by Robyn Griggs Lawrence, January 13, 2010
Events
- Architecture Digest Home Design Show
- March 18, 2010, to March 21, Pier 94, New York, NY
Select photos from Faces of Freedom will be on display along with a selection of GoodWeave certified rugs in the GoodWeave booth at the Architecture Digest Home Design Show. GoodWeave licensed importers CariniLang, Bennett Bean Studio, and Amy Helfand Studio will also be exhibiting at the show.- View Event »
- The Odegard Designer Rug Event
- March 4, 2010, to March 22, The Fine Rug Gallery, Chicago, IL
GoodWeave certified rugs will soon be available in Macy's! Visit the Fine Rug Gallery at the 111 N. State Street for the 60% off Odegard sale from March 4 to March 21st. This sale, held in the former flagship store of Marshall Fields and the second largest department store in the world, will also be the debut of the GoodWeave label in the Macy's stores.
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- Company C
- March 1, 2010, Hingham, MA; Portland, ME; and Concord, NH
Throughout March, Faces of Freedom will travel between GoodWeave member Company C’s three retail locations in Hingham, Mass., Portland, Me., and Concord, NH.
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