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Community Based Tourism in Northern Thailand

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Why Fair Tourism? Many Karenni people have fled from Myanmar to Thailand due to the violence in their country. They were given three options: they could stay in the refugee camp (without freedom of movement), resettle abroad (to countries like Australia, Finland and the Netherlands) or move to villages open to tourism. Many chose...

Empower Artisans and Support Indigenous Communities with Your Purchasing Power

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Our purchasing choices have the power to create lasting, meaningful change. At RainbowLife, we connect you with artisans like those preserving the ancient Kantha stitching tradition and the Karen hill tribe silversmiths, whose designs reflect their spiritual connection with nature. By choosing handcrafted, fair trade products, you're supporting marginalised communities and fostering a more...

Jeans (Still) With a High Waste and Radical Idealists.

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It can take 11,000 litres of water to produce just one pair of jeans and the mass dumping of dye chemicals in rivers in key denim manufacturing countries is turning the water an unnatural shade of blue, according to Canadian environmental documentary ‘River Blue’. What's the solution?

Embracing Earth Day: A Personal Journey Towards Sustainability

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As Earth Day approaches, memories of my mother's steadfast teachings flood my mind. Raised in the era of wartime rationing, she embodied the ethos of "make do and mend" long before sustainability became a global concern. With UK households discarding 1.7 billion pieces of plastic weekly, her lessons resonate more than ever. Inspired by...

International Women's Day 2024 : Inspiring Inclusion

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As we honour International Women's Day 2024, we are reminded of the profound impact women have on our world. This year's theme, "Inspire Inclusion," highlights the importance of recognising, valuing and empowering every woman. Women are catalysts for positive change, embodying strength, resilience, and compassion. From driving movements for equality to nurturing future generations,...

Our fascination with Colour: Exploring why humans are drawn to hues

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Dive into the captivating world of colours with RainbowLife, where our commitment to vibrant, handcrafted artisan products transcends mere aesthetics. Colours, with their profound impact on emotions, cultural significance, and role in self-expression, form the essence of our connection with the beautiful and diverse tapestry of life. At RainbowLife, we take this connection to...

Exploring the Most Sustainable Christmas Tree Options

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In this comprehensive guide to sustainable Christmas trees, we navigate the eco-conscious choices, weighing the environmental impact of real versus artificial options. The British Christmas Tree Growers Association estimates that 7 million real trees are purchased annually by UK households, prompting a debate on their ecological footprint. Real trees, properly disposed of, boast a...