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A Promise of Commitment: VESTI x Yakan Weaving Village

by Martha Rodriguez

VESTI founder Martha Rodriguez pens a heartfelt introspection as she visits the Yakan Weaving Village in Zamboanga - a community partner of VESTI since 2012 - two years since the pandemic started.

A beautiful reunion with much needed news of a hopeful future for the craft - reminding of the purpose on why we continue to forge on despite challenges. A designer’s heart and a Mindanaonon’s pride, read on as Martha shares her thoughtful reckoning.

gelo salangaJune 14, 2022Martha Rodriguez, Yakan, Yakan Village, weavers, Yakan weaves, Zamboanga Comment

VESTI x SHOP SUKI : Sharing Love and Reprieve Beyond the Distance

by VESTI

Opportunities to work hand in hand providing care and blessings to our vulnerable friends during this hard situation will always be a good endeavor to heed no matter the distance. VESTI founder Martha Rodriguez partnered up with Mindanaoan e-commerce marketplace SHOP SUKI to fulfill a birthday wish of sending care packages to VESTI partner-weavers.

Read to know the story plus a special VESTI giveaway

gelo salangaSeptember 3, 2021shop suki, giveaway, Martha Rodriguez, Jennica Chiang, Zamboanga, weavers, gives backComment