Waste for Life / The Working World

Waste for Life (WfL) is a network of engineers, architects, designers and recycling co-operatives working on the ground in Buenos Aires, Argentina to help urban waste pickers break out of poverty. In partnership with The Working World, WfL is empowering these urban recovers to become entrepreneurs by providing them with access to design, appropriate technology, manufacturing and sales know-how... read moreWaste for Life (WfL) is a network of engineers, architects, designers and recycling co-operatives working on the ground in Buenos Aires, Argentina to help urban waste pickers break out of poverty. In partnership with The Working World, WfL is empowering these urban recovers to become entrepreneurs by providing them with access to design, appropriate technology, manufacturing and sales know-how - and of course, startup capital. Through its "La Base" loan fund, The Working World provides low-interest loans and incisive planning to small businesses and cooperative enterprises in the developing world. The Working World also runs the Worker's Bazaar, we are selling some of these businesses' products, ensuring both fair wages and dignified conditions for workers and an affordable, quality product for consumers. Giving credit where its due: The Working World seeks to promote an evolution in microcredit. Fusing the values of social entrepreneurship with the most modern business techniques, we provide incisive, low-interest loans and intelligent business planning to cooperative enterprises in the developing world. Through this fair trade project, you can support these businesses, contribute to growth in the developing world, and sport the newest fashions at a fair price. read less

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