Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Brandon Wells, Founder and Executive Director of Joffa, who shares the story of what led him to launch the nonprofit organization and highlights their efforts to serve as an e-commerce platform connecting socially-conscious shoppers to communities in need through a curated selection of high-quality, ethically-made goods. Joffa empowers sustainable fair trade retailers worldwide by purchasing their goods; and these retail partners empower their makers with education and job skill development, fair wages and dignified employment, holistic care and restoration to the exploited, which empowers them to pour into their own communities.
During the interview, Brandon talks about the wide range of artisan-made goods you can find and purchase online, including jewelry, bags, home goods and decor, and how those purchases support their partners around the world, which are addressing critical social issues like human trafficking, poverty, domestic abuse, education, skill development, homelessness, and community advancement. He talks about their process of purchasing the items and bringing them to Memphis, Tennessee, and how they work with another nonprofit, Advance Memphis, to store and ship the items to customers around the world. Brandon wraps up talking about plans for the future, how individuals and companies can use Joffa to find perfect gifts, and how you can be part of transforming lives and communities through your shopping and support, as well.
Visit https://www.joffa.com to learn more and to start shopping with a purpose.
