
STYLE made with LOVE
Rosario & Alvaro’s Workshop
Sololá, Guatemala
Partners since 2013
About
Rosario comes from a long line of female entrepreneurs, beginning with her great grandmother, who learned to sew and wanted to create a business to make an income for her family. Rosario and her brother Alvaro have carried on their family business, and are using it to create opportunities for other families in their community.
Rosario saw a need for women in her community to have flexible, dignified work that would allow them to give their children the lives they dreamed of while keeping their households running. By harnessing the craft tradition that is so strong in the region, Rosario has developed a business that trains women to become bead workers from their homes. This opportunity allows them the flexibility they need to care for their children while also earning a meaningful income.

Sololá, Guatemala
Guatemala is a small Central American country whose name translates to “land of trees” in the Maya-Toltec language. Both the chocolate bar and blue denim were invented in Guatemala. It’s a popular destination among travelers due to its unique heritage and natural beauty. Known as the Land of the Eternal Spring, the tropical weather and interwoven traditions make this region of the world perfect for culture lovers. There are 25 languages spoken in Guatemala. Spanish is the official and most spoken language.

Flourishing World Initiative Grant Recipient



Stories of Flourishing

Alicia
