The Power of a Paper Plate

Another wonderful World Vision Project I visited in India. In this case, a woman’s self help group was established in the slums, and these women were taught how to make paper plates to sell. The women source and buy the paper, make the plates and sell in bundles.

Quick Facts

It takes approximately 8 seconds to make a plate
40 plates per bundle
They sell for approximately 15 rand per bundle

Most of the women in this group had no way to earn an income for their families, but now they can assist in supporting their families and communities.

Stories from India

On November 28, 2012 • By Kelly - Be A Fun Mum

About Kelly - Be A Fun Mum

Kelly loves life at both ends of the spectrum: wearing high heel shoes one day and hiking boots the next; sipping tea out of a pretty cup and slurping hot coffee from a camping mug; challenging herself physically and stopping for quiet unhurried moments to feel the wind on her face. Kelly and her husband Matthew seek to live a fun and adventurous life with their four children and pet bird.