#138: Using Fashion as a Force For Good with Gretchen

The Commons with Karla

Welcome back to another episode of The Commons with Karla! Today, I have a special guest, Gretchen Huijskens, who is dedicated to using fashion as a catalyst for positive change in alleviating poverty. In our conversation, Gretchen shares her journey, including her experiences founding a charity in Haiti and co-founding Trades of Hope. Through her work, she has witnessed women overcoming poverty, trafficking, and gender inequality. Gretchen's book, "Our Voices Rising: One CEO’s Journey to Alleviate Poverty Using Fashion as a Force for Good," offers a compelling memoir and tribute to women globally striving for meaningful lives. Join us as we dive into Gretchen's inspiring story and reflect on how our own unique experiences shape our paths. I hope this episode reminds you that your story matters.

Episode Highlights:

● All about Gretchen

● Gretchen’s early life

● Fashion as a Force for Good

● Charity in Haiti

● Trades of Hope

● Nurturing Friendships when you feel overloaded

● Women rising out of poverty, trafficking, and gender inequality

● Gretchen’s Book: Our Voices Rising: One CEO’s Journey to Alleviate Poverty Using Fashion as a Force for Good

Find more on Guest:

● Gretchen on IG @gretchenhuijskens

● Our Voices Rising: One CEO’s Journey to Alleviate Poverty Using Fashion as a Force for Good

● Trades of Hope - Shop

● Trades of Hope Website Partner with Podcast guest Melanie

● Mentions: Melanie’s Episode #87 and Episode #97

Find More on The Commons with Karla:

● On IG @karla_osorno

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