Shaping The Future Of Handmade
People • Policy • Practice
desi trust
Desi Trust aims to strengthen handloom and craft-based livelihoods by supporting rural producers, advancing ethical markets and engaging with policy, knowledge and public dialogue. Rooted in long-term commitment, our work bridges practice and advocacy to sustain living economies.
How we build trust
our work
In Numbers
core philosophy
We strengthen ecologically sustainable village-based economies so communities can move forward without being forced to leave behind their identity or land.
voices behind the craft
Behind every handmade craft is a life transformed. Here are the stories of the people at the heart of Desi Trust.
From rebuilding life after personal loss to finding strength through collective work, Prema’s journey reflects how secure livelihoods restore dignity and confidence. Today, she stands supported by a sisterhood that helped her rebuild, step by step.
“Charaka gave me strength when I needed it the most."
handloom survives when livelihoods thrive
Grounded work for lasting change
