Beautiful Gift Cards
from $15.00
DESCRIPTION: Looking for the perfect gift but not quite sure? Give them the gift of choice with a Bought Beautifully gift card.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
These gift cards can be redeemed at and in our online store.
No expiration + no fees
After you place your order, an email is sent with a unique code that can be forwarded as a gift & can be used to purchase products at BB
Gift cards are nonrefundable
Please treat your gift cards like cash! BB is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged gift cards/codes
Not Your Mother's Pie Server
$17.00
DESCRIPTION: Move over metal and plastic...this light yet sturdy pie server is as fresh and beautiful as what you're serving at your next get together.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measure approximately 10.5 inches in length
Hand-carved from Musave tree – a tree that regrows after it’s been cut
Natural wood finished with beeswax polish
Shape and pattern may vary slightly as they are all carved by hand from different cuts of wood
Care: Hand wash with mild soap and warm water + avoid bleach and the dishwasher
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives to develop Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the world's brokenness- both in "the West" and in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Your Purchase Strengthens Communities!
Gentry Coffee Scoop
$13.00
DESCRIPTION: Move over metal and plastic...this light yet coffee scoop is perfect for your brewing needs. Holds approximately 2 tablespoons of coffee - perfect for a 6 oz cup!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Material:
Hand-carved from light colored Musave wood or the marbled dark colored Acacia wood
Natural wood finished with local all-natural beeswax polish
Measurement: approximately 5 inches in length
Care: Hand wash with mild soap and warm water + avoid bleach and the dishwasher
Shape and pattern may vary slightly as they are all carved by hand from different cuts of wood
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ Made by artisans with Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives for the development of Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the brokenness of the world- both in ""the West"" as well as in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Your purchase strengthens communities!
Single Pen + Pillar Cards
from $5.50
DESCRIPTION: Cards for every occasion. Single cards from Pen + Pillar.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
4.25 x 5.5
Blank Inside
Card is printed on 100% PC Recycled Paper, made with wind power in the USA
Comes with envelope
IMPACT: Made to Share the Love ♥ Pen + Pillar holds firmly to the belief that everyone deserves to feel safe and should be afforded the opportunity to succeed. They give 10% of profits to refugees support and re-settlement programs.
Vino Leather Bottle Holder
$28.00
DESCRIPTION: Show up to your parties with class and style toting your wine in this handmade genuine leather bottle holder. The beverage is not included…but makes a perfect gift when you include your own!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Material: Hand-stitched genuine leather
Measurement: Carries most traditional wine bottles
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Haiti ♥ 2nd Story Goods, a community of impassioned women and men working to design and produce beautiful products that do good, are good and look good. They are based in Jubilee and Gonaives Haiti, and provide life-giving jobs that instill wonder, dignity, and connectedness between their artisans. They believe in building a company that benefits the community where it is planted by investing in their employees to bring positive change, model leadership qualities, and empowerment to future generations.
Your Purchase Provides Vocational Opportunities!
Letter Charm Necklace
from $31.00
DESCRIPTION: A new take on personalization, the Letter Necklace is a modern and fresh way to make your jewelry your own. This necklace makes the perfect gift for someone (or yourself)!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Material: Gold-filled chain
Measurement:
18"
8mm vermeil pendant
IMPACT: Made with love in Nashville ♥ Made by our partner ABLE who is revolutionizing the fashion industry by paying fair wages and providing dignified opportunities for women.
Your purchase Empowers Women!
Olive Wood Dipping Bowls
from $16.99
DESCRIPTION: With so many creative uses, these dipping bowls make excellent gifts! Use them to hold dips, sauces, snacks, and more.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Handcrafted from locally-sourced olive wood with a food-safe beeswax finish
Small: (LxWxH): 3.50" x 3.50" x 1.25"
Medium: (LxWxH): 4.25" x 4.25" x 1.50"
Large: (LxWxH): 5.25" x 5.25" x 1.75"
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Jordan ♥ These Olive Wood Dipping Bowls are made by artisans with Holy Land Designs, an organization focused on loving, empowering, and employing deaf, disabled, and disadvantaged individuals in their community of Amman, Jordan. Located in the hills of the ancient Roman city of Philadelphia, their workshop currently trains and supports around 20 full-time artisans. These artisans express their creative talents through traditional mediums like stone, wood, and sand. Holy Land Designs helps these middle-eastern families thrive in the culturally rich, yet often-harsh world of their surroundings. Your Purchase empowers physically disadvantaged artisans!
Constellation Woven Bowls
from $22.00
DESCRIPTION: Fun bowls with bright "stars". Perfect gift for someone you love to the moon and back.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Small Bowl measures approximately 7" across and 2" in height
Medium Bowl measures approximately 12" across and 3" in height
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ Our Constellation Bowls are made by artisans with Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives for the development of Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the brokenness of the world- both in ""the West"" as well as in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Your purchase strengthens communities!
Neri Woven Bowls
from $25.00
DESCRIPTION: The Neri woven bowl is a long-standing customer favorite. Inspired by traditional Rwandan design, these pieces can be used as a catch-all on the kitchen counter, nightstand or entryway. Either size makes for an excellent gift that empowers!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Small Bowl measures approximately 7" across and 2" in height
Medium Bowl measures approximately 12" across and 3" in height
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ Our Neri Woven Bowls are made by artisans with Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives for the development of Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the brokenness of the world- both in ""the West"" as well as in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Your purchase strengthens communities!
Dali Olive Wood Salad Server Set
$41.00
DESCRIPTION: These graceful salad servers are one of our most popular wedding, host, and housewarming gifts. A perfect accent for any table, these servers come with straight handles in matched sets.
PRODUCT DETAIL:
Made from locally-sourced olive wood
All natural food-safe beeswax finish
Measures approximately 12.5" length and 2.75" width
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Jordan ♥ The Dali Olive Wood Salad Server Set is made by artisans with Holy Land Designs, an organization focused on loving, empowering, and employing deaf, disabled, and disadvantaged individuals in their community of Amman, Jordan. Located in the hills of the ancient Roman city of Philadelphia, their workshop currently trains and supports around 20 full-time artisans. These artisans express their creative talents through traditional mediums like stone, wood, and sand. Holy Land Designs helps these middle-eastern families thrive in the culturally rich, yet often-harsh world of their surroundings.
Your Purchase empowers physically challenged and underprivileged artisans!
Mason Mini Serving Board
$32.00
DESCRIPTION: Need another kitchen accessory?! Maybe...maybe not - but you know you want a Mason Mini Serving Board - perfect for all things charcuterie, whether personal or party.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measurements:
Square Measures approximately 8.5 inches x 8.5 inches
Rectangular Measures approximately 12 inches x 6 inches
Material:
Hand-carved from Musave tree – a tree that regrows after it’s been cut
Natural wood finished with beeswax polish
Shape and pattern may vary slightly as they are all carved by hand from different cuts of wood
Care: Handwash with mild soap and warm water + avoid bleach and the dishwasher
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ The Mason Mini Serving Boards are made by artisans with Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives for the development of Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the brokenness of the world- both in ""the West"" as well as in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Pedale Bike Basket
$60.00
DESCRIPTION: Add a little style, fun, and of course, impact to your bike with the Pedale Bike Basket. This product was inspired by Pedale, a bike group in Gonaives Haiti to encourage locals to spend time in nature, appreciate the beautiful country of Haiti, and connect with one another. Fun fact: the artisan who makes these leads the bike group and never misses a ride.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Material: Handcrafted from local palm leaves and includes 2 adjustable velcro straps
Measurment: 11.5" wide x 7" deep
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Haiti ♥ 2nd Story Goods, a community of impassioned women and men working to design and produce beautiful products that do good, are good and look good. They are based in Jubilee and Gonaives Haiti, and provide life-giving jobs that instill wonder, dignity, and connectedness between their artisans. They believe in building a company that benefits the community where it is planted by investing in their employees to bring positive change, model leadership qualities, and empowerment to future generations.
Your Purchase Provides Vocational Opportunities!
Single Good Paper Cards
$5.99
DESCRIPTION: Can it be more than ink on paper? We believe it can. Can a card change a life? More than we ever imagined. These cards are changing the world.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Dimensions: 4.5" x 5.75"
Materials: Handmade Recycled Papers
Envelope included
IMPACT: Made by Good Papers card-makers - who are women who have escaped sex trafficking in the Philippines and young adults orphaned by disease in Rwanda. Good Papers mission is to restore the human spirit. To restore the humanity and beauty within each of us that gets so easily forgotten and tossed aside. 10% of paper good purchases are given to Bought Beautifully's Artisan Support Fund which is used to meet the unique needs of our partners.
Lace Print Clay Display Dish
$14.00
DESCRIPTION: This rectangular ceramic display dish is made by hand using authentic Haitian clay, imprinted with a lovely design, and inlayed with a top glaze to hold a block of soap. Purchase with a bar of our Sisterhood, Kinsman, or 700 River soap for a beautiful, thoughtful, and impactful gift.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measures approximately 4.5" in length and 3.5" in width
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Haiti ♥ The Handmade Clay Display Dish is made by artisans with Papillon Enterprise, a Haitian-based organization that disrupts the cycle of poverty through job training and childcare education to create something new out of something forgotten.
Just Because Personalized Gift...
$55.00
DESCRIPTION: Sometimes feelings are best expressed with...gifts! Personal thoughtful gifts that is! Which is why we created the Just Because box - one of a kind gift boxes curated specifically for the recipient!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Each box is jam packed with thoughtful, artisan made, impactful items - that are handpicked just for the recipient! With over $100 in value for only $55!
Every box includes: chocolate, coffee or tea, and a handmade card with a personal note from YOU - plus additional personalized items. See photos for examples.
*The photos show examples of what you may find - BUT EACH BOX WILL BE UNIQUE and curated specifically for the recipient!
Please answer the following questions in the note section of your order to help us create the perfect gift:
Coffee or tea
Write the first three words that come to mind when you think of the recipient
Please pick the top category you would like most of your items to come from: Jewelry, Accessories, Clothing, Home Decor, Food, Bath & Body, or Books & Paper Goods.
Which best describes the recipients style: bold, colorful, statement pieces or simple, elegant, classic.
Share anything else you would like us to know when curating your gift
Please tell us what would like your personal note to say!
Beaded Choker Necklace
$15.00
DESCRIPTION: Gift this to your child and teach them the meaning behind this beautiful handmade necklace.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measurement:
Native seeds that have been grown and harvested by the artisans right in their own yard, this makes it extra sustainable and doubles the impact by paying the artisans for both growing the seeds and creating the bracelet.
IMPACT: Made with love in Costa Rica ♥ The Beaded Choker Necklace was made with love by our partners Hands Producing Hope, an ethical fashion brand empowering women to rise above poverty, by providing the economic, educational, and spiritual resources necessary to empower remote communities. Their vision is to see all people afforded opportunities to have dignified and respectable work and to provide for their families and flourish in their communities. They want to see a universal growth in an understand of the impact an individual can make with their time, resources, and talents.
Around the Globe Necklace - Do...
$40.00
DESCRIPTION: This gift fights for women being trafficked before it starts, by building a new field office in Nepal that will provide jobs and a safe space for women. By donating you are creating life changing opportunities to our Nepal partner & receiving this necklace for doing so. Click this link to learn more and see the impact - https://qrco.de/bdX0fF
PRODUCT DETAILS:
16"in length with 2" extension clasp
Material: Silver-colored chain or Brass-colored chain
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Nepal ♥ This handmade necklace was made by women in Nepal who have escaped human trafficking and now work in hope-filled and dignified jobs. Beauty for Ashes employs women who are marginalized and escaping exploitative situations. They provide a work environment that is family-oriented and empowers women to pursue freedom.Your Purchase Fights Human Trafficking!
Meredith's Slotted Spoon
$19.00
DESCRIPTION: Meredith's Slotted Spoon may be perfect for those side dishes, but it will be sure to steal the show.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measures approximately 12.5 inches in length
Material:
Hand-carved from light colored Musave wood or the marbled dark colored Acacia wood
Natural wood finished with beeswax polish
Care: Hand-wash with mild soap and warm water + avoid bleach and the dishwasher
Shape and pattern may vary slightly as they are all carved by hand from different cuts of wood
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ Made by artisans with Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives for the development of Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the brokenness of the world- both in ""the West"" as well as in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Peace Baskets
$40.00
DESCRIPTION: Across the thousand hills of Rwanda, groups of women are sitting together, weaving sisal baskets in the traditional way. The sisal fiber is extracted from the long leaf of a plant that resembles aloe. When the green fleshy part of the leaf is stripped away, white string-like fibers remain. These fibers are cleaned and dried, cooked in dye, and then woven into traditional forms- such as the peaked peace basket, or less traditional forms- like earrings or napkin rings.
In Rwanda, these Sisal Lidded Peace Baskets are given at weddings or on other special occasions, containing gifts of friendship and thanks. Simple yet thoughtful, the traditional pattern symbolizes the mountain path of friends bearing such gifts, hidden in baskets.
Behind the product: Read the inspiring story of forgiveness and overcoming genocide and building a community of love behind these baskets here.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
An artisan weaves for 4-5 days to complete one basket
Hand-woven from natural sisal fibers
The naturally-white fibers are dyed with Rwandan tea leaves, creating a 100% natural product
Dimensions: 4″ x 4″ x 9.5″
Care: Dust with a dry cloth
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ Our Peace Baskets are made by artisans with Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives for the development of Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the brokenness of the world- both in ""the West"" as well as in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Your purchase strengthens communities!
I Love Us Card
$6.00
DESCRIPTION: The I Love Us Card is perfect for Valentine's Day! When you purchase this card, you are supporting women around the world!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measurement: 4x6
Blank Inside
Designed & printed in the US
IMPACT: Made with love by our partners Hands Producing Hope, an ethical fashion brand empowering women to rise above poverty, by providing the economic, educational, and spiritual resources necessary to empower remote communities. Their vision is to see all people afforded opportunities to have dignified and respectable work and to provide for their families and flourish in their communities. They want to see a universal growth in an understand of the impact an individual can make with their time, resources, and talents.
This Family of Ours Book
$19.95
DESCRIPTION: Every family has their own unique story: record yours in this beautiful, easy-to-use, keepsake journal, which also makes a lovely gift–featuring gorgeous papercut designs throughout.
This guided journal will inspire you to capture the stories and details of your family members and your life together through reflections, memories, history, and stories–a keepsake everyone will cherish. Prompts include a mix of short-answer questions, lists, fill in the blanks, and places for simple sketches or photos to create a nuanced portrait.
Topics include Family origins, Travel, Pets, Honorary Family, Home, Books, Movies, Songs, Milestones, Work, Education, Fun!, Dreams & Aspirations. Gorgeous hardcover keepsake features delicate, whimsical work from papercut artist Sarah Trumbauer throughout and on the cover. PRODUCT DETAILS:
Published in 2021
Acid-free, smooth paper that is thick enough to stand the test of time but takes pen beautifully
Grosgrain ribbon
Removable barcode sticker
Measures 7.50 "W x 8.78 "H x 0.72 "D
144 pages
IMPACT: 10% of book purchases are given to the Bought Beautifully Artisan Support Fund which is used to meet the unique needs of our partners. This included support in times of crisis, health or education needs, special projects, and more.
Your purchase supports our Artisan Partners!
Joy Ornament - Donation
$35.00
DESCRIPTION: This gift fights for women being trafficked before it starts, by building a new field office in Nepal that will provide jobs and a safe space for women. By donating you are creating life changing opportunities to our Nepal partner & receiving this ornament for doing so. Click this link to learn more and see the impact - https://qrco.de/bdX0fF
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Made with brass material
Measures 6 1/2 inches wide and 5 1/2 inches long (without ribbon)
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Nepal ♥ This handmade ornament was made by women in Nepal who have escaped human trafficking and now work in hope-filled and dignified jobs. Beauty for Ashes employs women who are marginalized and escaping exploitative situations. They provide a work environment that is family-oriented and empowers women to pursue freedom.Your Purchase Fights Human Trafficking!
Cursive for Kids Game
$21.00
DESCRIPTION: A fun and educational twist on the classic memory game you know & love! Cursive for Kids is an interactive memory game designed to introduce kids to cursive handwriting and keep them practicing all year long.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
3 games in 1
For ages 5+
Box is 5x7x1
All parts & pieces come contained within the box
How to play: Together students, or children + parents, take turns trying to find matches between the cursive form of a letter with the printed form. Every time a cursive letter is flipped over for the first time, kids can trace over it with the dry erase marker to practice writing and better remember where that card is!
IMPACT: Naomi Paper Co. Creates Paper that represents God’s Word for what it is: beautiful truth. Not in an effort to make the Bible “trendy,” but to honestly capture the meaning, grace, and joy found in scripture. 10% of all Paper Sales will be donated to Bought Beautifully's artisan Support Fund.
Your Purchase Creates Spiritual Encouragement for you + Support for our Artisan Partners!
Neli Woven Bowls
from $25.00
PRODUCT DETAILS: Named after the Kinyarwanda word for star. A perfect gift for someone who is a star in your life.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Small Bowl measures approximately 7" across and 2" in height
Medium Bowl measures approximately 12" across and 3" in height
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Rwanda ♥ The Neli Bowls are made by artisans with Azizi Life, an organization that participates in local initiatives for the development of Rwandan communities working towards physical and spiritual wholeness for all. Azizi believes that God cares deeply about each person's physical well-being and relationships with one another, as well as relationships with Him. Azizi sees the brokenness of the world- both in ""the West"" as well as in their home country of Rwanda - and believes that it is only through a relationship with Jesus Christ that true healing, wholeness – and development – can be found.
Your Purchase Strengthens Communities!
BB Dopp Kit
$88.00
DESCRIPTION: Most of Sutisana's products are made BY women and FOR women, but we know how hard it is to buy gifts for that man in your life! The Dopp Kit was customized by BB with input from the men in our lives - to create THE PERFECT TRAVEL BAG. The zipper opening lets you see what is inside and the fully waterproof lining helps prevents spill damage, but a few sneaky drops will only add to this distressed leather character.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
100% leather
Zipper Closure
Waterproof lining
Measures approximately 9" in length by 4" in height with 4" width
IMPACT: Made with love in Bolivia ♥ Designed by Bought Beautifully, The Dopp Kit is made by artisans with SutiSana, an organization that exists to give hope and opportunity to survivors of human trafficking in Bolivia. By using local materials and following fair trade principles, SutiSana provides dignified employment and holistic support.
Your Purchase Fights Human Trafficking!
Peru Watercolor Artwork
$20.00
DESCRIPTION: Beautiful hand painted watercolor prints. Beautiful artwork to frame and put around your house!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Approximately 6" in length and 5" in height
Please note that each card varies due to them being handmade. We cannot guarantee it will look identical to the picture. If you have a specific one you would like, please leave your phone number and we will send you all available options.
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Peru ♥ These watercolor come to us from Threads of Hope who works with artisans in Peru to create safe and dignified employment through the creation of intricate products that reflect the beauty of Peru.
Your Purchase Provides Sustainable Employment!
Easter Storybook Cards
$12.60
$21.00
DESCRIPTION: Easter is coming soon and what better way to celebrate Jesus' death and resurrection than with these cards and the Jesus Storybook Bible! Created with original art and hand lettering, no two cards are the same!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
These cards are 4x5 inches
Professionally printed on premium matte paper
Includes the set of 16 cards inside a hand-stamped cloth bag
IMPACT: Made by Crew + Co in the United States. 10% of paper good purchases are given to Bought Beautifully's Artisan Support Fund which is used to meet the unique needs of our partners. This includes support in times of crisis, health or education needs, special projects, and more.
Spiritual Encouragement for you + Support for our Artisan Partners!
Women in Science Book Gift Set
$39.99
DESCRIPTION: Discover the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. Learn about three inspiring women voices from history, from the best-selling Little People, Big Dreams series.
Titles Include: Ada Lovelace, Amelia Earhart, and Marie Curie.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Published in 2020 ♥
This book is designed for young children
Book size is approximately 8.5" wide by 11" in height
IMPACT: 10% of book purchases are given to the Bought Beautifully Artisan Support Fund which is used to meet the unique needs of our partners. This included support in times of crisis, health or education needs, special projects, and more.Your purchase encourages reading!
Hues Multi Purpose Pouch
$25.00
DESCRIPTION: We love this design - a fun bag in bright colors. Use as a pencil pouch or glasses case!
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Features a zipper closure
Measures approximately 8" in wide x 9" in height x 5" in depth
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Peru ♥ The Hues Multi Purpose Pouch comes to us via Threads of Hope who works with artisans in Peru to create safe and dignified employment through the creation of intricate products that reflect the beauty of Peru.
Your purchase provides sustainable employment!
Stitched Butterfly Purse
$30.00
DESCRIPTION: We love this design - a fun bag in bright colors.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Measures approximately 8" in wide x 9" in height x 5" in depth
Features a zipper closure
IMPACT: Handmade with love in Peru ♥ The Stitched Butterfly Purse comes to us via Threads of Hope who works with artisans in Peru to create safe and dignified employment through the creation of intricate products that reflect the beauty of Peru.
Your purchase provides sustainable employment!