Bana Drammeh - Gambia, Africa - Meet the Fair Trade Hat Maker

Bana Drammeh is not just quiet because she’s only one of two women at the Brikama market, she was born without normal speech and hearing capabilities. Perhaps her disability has prevented others from approaching her about making new colors and styles for different
markets, as she only used to make one color and style of hat.

Supporting herself and unable to get employment elsewhere, Bana is on the path to self-sufficiency with A Better Footprint. The sale of 20 hats per month can keep food on the table, but the sale of 60 hats a month keeps her employed full-time and able to keep money in her savings account.

Support this artisan by buying the products in our fair trade store.