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These Bamboo Straws are better for the environment and come in a convenient fabric pouch for on-the-go sipping. You'll feel good about this sustainable choice, and the fabric pouch will make sure your straws are perfectly stashed when you’re out and about! So why not give the planet (and your taste buds!) a treat and sip in style.

• Pack of four bamboo straws
• Reusable, biodegradable, BPA-free and sustainable
• Comes in its own handmade fabric pouch with a drawstring
• Perfect for throwing in your bag so you always have it with you

Cleaning: Each bamboo straw can be used roughly 100 times. They are dishwasher friendly or can be washed by hand. Cleaning in bulk is easily done by leaving the straws to soak in boiling water with a splash of vinegar for 5 to 10 minutes.

MADE BY SANGORB

Sangorb was removed from public school at the age eight to take care of her family’s cows. She went on to work one job after another, but as she was illiterate, none of them paid well. 

Sangorb eventually got married and lived in a bamboo shack with her husband, struggling to survive from day to day. 

Sangorb joined the sewing program at HHA Cambodia in 2015 and developed a love for sewing. She came top of her class and was hired to make our products at her home. Sangorb also developed a successful sewing business where she can sew and mend clothes for her neighbours. 

In 2017, Sangorb and her husband built a new home for their family with her income from sewing and making our products. Her family has officially moved out of the poverty bracket.

Snuggle up with the Bed Caddy - a cottony companion for your nightstand! With six pockets for whatever you need on hand, you'll always be ready for a midnight snack, a cozy hug, or just some quality me-time. Look no further for an easy and quirky way to spruce up your bedroom! (You can thank us later).

• Six slots
• Fits items such as a remote control, phone, pill box, glasses, iPad mini, Kindle, book and earphones
• Fits comfortably between your bed frame and mattress and hangs over the side of your bed
• Can also be used on a couch or chair
• Perfect for keeping important items close by 
• W: 28cm H: 22cm (when slotted into the bed)

MADE BY SANGORB

Sangorb was removed from public school at the age eight to take care of her family’s cows. She went on to work one job after another, but as she was illiterate, none of them paid well. 

Sangorb eventually got married and lived in a bamboo shack with her husband, struggling to survive from day to day. 

Sangorb joined the sewing program at HHA Cambodia in 2015 and developed a love for sewing. She came top of her class and was hired to make our products at her home. Sangorb also developed a successful sewing business where she can sew and mend clothes for her neighbours. 

In 2017, Sangorb and her husband built a new home for their family with her income from sewing and making our products. Her family has officially moved out of the poverty bracket.

Introducing our Book Sleeve with Flap and Buttons – the perfect companion for your beloved books!

Keep your literary treasures safe and stylish with this meticulously designed book sleeve. Crafted from high-quality, durable materials, this sleeve not only safeguards your books from dust, spills, and wear and tear but also adds a touch of sophistication to your reading experience.

The standout feature of this book sleeve is its innovative flap with buttons. Easily secure your book inside the sleeve with the stylish button closure, ensuring it stays snugly protected while you're on the go. No more worrying about dog-eared pages or accidental damage!

Available in two sizes:

• Small - Measuring 16cm x 23cm, these book sleeves fit your standard small paperbacks
  
• Large - Measuring 21cm x 27cm, these book sleeves fit tall paperbacks and hardcovers of average thickness
  

Please note: These book sleeves are handmade, and depending on the fabric, the size may differ by up to 1cm.

Introducing our Book Sleeve with Flap and Buttons – the perfect companion for your beloved books!

Keep your literary treasures safe and stylish with this meticulously designed book sleeve. Crafted from high-quality, durable materials, this sleeve not only safeguards your books from dust, spills, and wear and tear but also adds a touch of sophistication to your reading experience.

The standout feature of this book sleeve is its innovative flap with buttons. Easily secure your book inside the sleeve with the stylish button closure, ensuring it stays snugly protected while you're on the go. No more worrying about dog-eared pages or accidental damage!

Available in two sizes:

• Small - Measuring 16cm x 23cm, these book sleeves fit your standard small (slim) paperbacks, small kindles and Mills & Boon books
  
• Large - Measuring 21cm x 27cm, these book sleeves fit tall paperbacks and hardcovers of average thickness
  

Please note: These book sleeves are handmade, and depending on the fabric, the size may differ by up to 1cm.

Are you tired of dog-earing the pages of your favorite books or losing your place in your textbooks? Look no further than our charming corner bookmark, designed to add a touch of elegance to your reading experience.

Crafted with love and attention to detail, our corner bookmark is made from high-quality, soft fabric that feels delightful to the touch. Its triangular shape is not just visually appealing but also incredibly practical. Simply slide the bookmark onto the corner of your page, and voilà! Your book stays open to the exact page you left off, without any creases or damage.

Dress up your celebration with this 3-metre-long, colourful bunting! Whether it's a birthday, wedding, or a special family gathering, fun-loving folks will love this reusable, machine washable piece of fabric festoonery. Hang it, liven it up, and make the moment memorable!

• 3 metres long
• Mixture of plain and patterned fabric
• Machine washable 

Add some holiday cheer to your home with Christmas Bunting! Get cozy with festive fabric that you can reuse and wash over and over this holiday season. Spread the spirit of the season in style with this reusable, washable bunting! (And don't worry, it's still good to look at after the holidays - win-win!)

• 3 metres long
• Mixture of plain and patterned fabric
• Machine washable 

Introducing our Handcrafted Cambodian Christmas Decorations - a delightful set of four festive ornaments that will add a touch of warmth and charm to your holiday decor. Each decoration in this set is lovingly made by skilled women artisans in Cambodia, making your purchase not only a beautiful addition to your Christmas collection but also a meaningful way to support their craft and livelihoods.

Each pack includes four shapes: 

• Christmas Tree
• Star
• Bell
• Candy Cane

Materials: Please note that the fabrics used for these decorations may differ slightly from the images, as each piece is handmade with love and may feature unique variations in color and pattern. This adds to the charm and authenticity of the product, making each set truly one-of-a-kind.

These Cloth Napkins are perfect for the fancy host or hostess! Refined yet washable, they are crafted from cotton fabric – so there’s no need to dread spills and stains. Now you can entertain with confidence knowing that your napkins can handle anything your guests can throw at them! Who says messes aren’t fashionable?

• Pack of 2 napkins
• Made from cotton
• Measures 35cm x 35cm
• Machine washable

This colouring book is a digital download that can be printed and used with our crayon carriers and stationery carriers.

• Six pages of original artwork to colour
• Facts about Cambodia and Human & Hope
• Each colouring book provides a week of education for a child living in poverty

This book is created in partnership with designer Jaime-lee Collinson and illustrator Oliver Vincent Reyes.

This cutlery pouch is like no other - reusable, sustainable, and ethically made in Cambodia! It's the perfect way to show your eco-friendly side with a one-of-a-kind travel accessory. Take it along with you on your next adventure, and you'll stay prepared (and stylish!) no matter where you go. Go green with a pouch made to keep on giving!

• Made from colourful cotton fabric
• Clothes with a secure clasp
• Includes a knife, fork and two spoons

This Foldable Eco-Bag is the perfect companion for any eco-concious shopper! It's machine washable, reusable, and handmade in Cambodia with waste-free materials - so you can wear your sustainability on your sleeve (or bag!). Get ready to take your shopping trips to a whole new level of zero-waste swag!

• Made from colourful cotton fabrics
• Folds into the outer pocket for ease of storage
• Long double strap to wear comfortably over your shoulde
• Durable and practical
  

This makes it the perfect accessory to say ‘no’ to plastic bags!

Please note that the coloured strip at the top of the bag may differ from the photo, as each bag is unique.

What do you get the person who has everything, or is passionate about alleviating social injustices in the world? The gift of education, of course! This gift will provide a Cambodian child with a month of education. They will participate in daily classes, access to clean drinking water and attend a library.

All you need to do is purchase the card and a digital version will arrive in your inbox within minutes, so the recipient will understand what a big difference they are making!

ABN: 89 880 631 615. Donations over $2 are tax-deductible

What do you get the person who has everything, or is passionate about alleviating social injustices in the world? The gift of sewing, of course! This gift will provide 20 Cambodian children with a hygiene workshop, soap, toothpaste and toothbrushes reduce preventable diseases.

All you need to do is purchase the card and a digital version will arrive in your inbox within minutes, so the recipient will understand what a big difference they are making!

ABN: 89 880 631 615. Donations over $2 are tax-deductible

Introducing our Cambodian Sarong Fabric Greeting Card Pack - a delightful collection of three unique cards that beautifully blend tradition, culture, and craftsmanship. Each card features a distinct Cambodian sarong fabric pattern, lovingly handcrafted by talented women artisans in Cambodia.

Includes:

• Three cards with different designs
• A note on the back saying who made the card

Can't decide what to buy for that special person in your life? Then give them a Gift Card!

Hope on Purpose is the ethical brand of Human and Hope Inc, an Australian charity. Funds raised through our handmade products, travel and learning opportunities help us to support a locally run community centre in Cambodia, enabling them to run their own projects with their local expertise.

The beautiful products you see on our website are made in Cambodia by women who have studied in a 12-month sewing program run by our program partner, Human and Hope Association, in rural Siem Reap. These inspirational women are using their skills to overcome poverty and create safe and peaceful lives for their families.

“I realised that for organisations to be sustainable, they needed to be run by local staff. And for local staff to run organisations, they needed to be empowered.”

When Sally Hetherington was 25, she packed up all her belongings and bought a one-way ticket to Cambodia, determined to make a difference. But when she got there, the situation on the ground was grave. Sally had been told that the role she came to play in managing short-term volunteers was crucial to sustainable development. However, what she saw was disempowered staff, children with attachment issues, and an unhealthy ‘white saviour’ syndrome. Sally knew she had to make a big change.

So she started at the core, the community. Sally set about to develop a community centre with a team of Cambodians, with the end goal of making herself redundant. Sticking to her belief of local empowerment in a country filled with voluntourists was tough. Despite the countless obstacles she faced living in a community with a culture significantly different to hers, she was able to form insurmountable relationships and learn first-hand of the struggles of poverty faced by community members in the outskirts of rural Siem Reap.

This manifesto has five years of stories that will make you laugh, cry and challenge your preconceived beliefs about the best way to help people in developing countries. It is a must-read for those who want to make a positive change through ethical and sustainable development.

A pencil case that's a cut above the rest! Our pencils cases are handmade with love from traditional Cambodian fabric. Now you can tote around your pens and pencils with a unique flair that's impossible to find anywhere else!

• Made from a combination of cotton and kroma (traditional Cambodian) fabric
• Close with a zipper
• The perfect back-to-school present
  

Please note that the colour of the elephant may vary from the photo, as each pencil case is unique.

Not suitable for children under 3 years

Grab the Picnic Pack and be ready to wow your friends with the most eco-sustainable picnic ever! Everything you need in one reusable, awesome package. Go green and get groovin'!

• 2 x cutlery pouches with stainless steel cutlery
• 1 x pouch with four bamboo straws
• 2 x fabric napkins
• 1 x picnic blanket measuring 200cm x 140cm

Comes in a drawstring bag that can be thrown in your bike basket or the boot of your car for easy transport.

SAVE by purchasing this bundle. 

Heading out for a picnic? Make sure you don't hit a snag with a double-layered Picnic Rug! 

• Double layered
• Cotton fabric
• Reversible with a different colour on each side
• 200cm x 140cm
• Machine washable 

Complete your picnic set with our cloth napkins, bamboo straws and cutlery pouches.

MADE BY SREYTHOM

Sreythom was born into a family of seven children. When she was in grade seven, Sreythom dropped out of school so she could take up a job as a cleaner, helping to support her family. 

Sreythom got married in her early twenties, but was frequently unwell after giving birth to her children. She stayed at home and worked as a housewife, struggling to manage her health issues at the same time.

In 2017, the staff at HHA Cambodia found Sreythom when they were conducting outreach in her village, around 18km from Siem Reap town. As it turned out, Sreythom had always dreamed of studying sewing, but due to her financial constraints, had never been able to.  

Sreythom’s talent shone through during the 12-month program, and she was hired to make our products once she graduated in 2017. Sreythom notes that she has become patient through learning the new skill, and is more confident to try new things. She says her husband is proud of the brave woman she has become.

Sreythom’s family has officially moved out of poverty thanks to the income she earns through sewing.

Brighten up your home with this multi-purpose Planter/Storage Basket! Crafted from colourful cotton fabrics and handmade in Cambodia, you’ll love the quirky style and convenience. Looking for a fun way to store your belongings? Need a vibrant way to bring a touch of life to your living space? Look no further!

• Made from cotton fabric
• Patterned outside and plain inside
• Width is 17cm on the base and 17cm height (14cm when folded over)

Plants are not included

Forget feeling guilty while doing your grocery shopping, and take your ecological game to the next level with our sustainable, machine washable produce bags. With three sizes in one pack, you'll never be stuck "bagless" again. Get creative with your choice of colors and pat yourself on the back for being an earth-friendly shopper. Enjoy your guilt-free veggies!

• Lightweight bags made from a stretchy mesh fabric
• Hemmed with cotton fabric
• Pull closed with drawstring on both sides
• Strong and durable
• Three bags in each pack. Includes the following sizes:

                 Small – 25cm x 30cm

                 Medium – 30cm x 38cm

                 Large – 35cm x 45cm

Our Scrunchies are the perfect pick-me-up for any hairdo! With pretty coloured cotton fabric and affordable prices, these Cambodian accessories offer glam that won't break the bank. They're great for topping off any gift-giving occasion - say goodbye to bad hair days and hello to style!

• Made from colourful fabric offcuts
• Make stylish accessories for any outfit
  

MADE BY SAMPHEAS

Sampheas stopped studying in grade nine to look after her younger siblings. She married at 20, but after having two children, had to face reality as a single mother after her husband left the family. Sampheas went on to work as a housekeeper and construction worker, both jobs being physically exhausting, and neither paying well enough to support her children. 

Sampheas’ aunty and parents encouraged her to join HHA Cambodia's sewing program, and Sampheas set herself a goal of opening her own sewing shop so she could look after her children whilst earning an income. 

Sampheas thrived in class, and was hired to work as a seamstress to make our products. She earns triple what she was previously earning, and has also set up a small sewing shop at her home. Sampheas also studies in the education program at HHA Cambodia, learning English.