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Your Skincare Products Make A Difference!

Fair Trade Shea Butter - A Key to Gender Equality and Poverty Alleviation

Instructor: Olowo-n'djo Tchala

Wednesday, March 31, 3-4pm $5

Come and learn about Fair Trade Shea Butter with the founder of Alaffia Sustainable Skincare: Olowo-n'djo Tchala. Alaffia builds community empowerment through the fair trade of indigenous, handcrafted Shea Butter and skincare products.

In the words of Tchala:

"Today, Africa is considered the poorest continent on Earth. Because I grew up in poverty in Africa, I feel morally responsible to dedicate my life to empowering our communities there. I have chosen to promote indigenous African natural resources that are culturally, spiritually, economically and ecologically sustainable."

Talk Topics include:

Alaffia's Initiative for Gender Equality: Community Empowerment Through Indigenous Resources
Alaffia Fair Trade Shea Butter Cooperative
Community Projects
Shea Butter — History & Skin Benefits

Free samples for attendees. Seating is limited. Sign up in Health & Bodycare Dept. or at Customer Service.