Women makers world-wide deserve fair pay.
Woman owned. Woman-made. We're taking on the big guys! WCE showcases the hand-made products of woman makers world-wide.
Project Description
Women makers world-wide deserve to be paid fairly for their hard work and talent.
You only have to spend ten minutes in the World Community Exchange - maker's marketplace to find something you love. It takes even less time to realize the sheer amount of talent there is around the world. We work in the marketplace every day and are still in awe of the ability and thoughtfulness of our maker team.
From the products made from upcycled tires, to the artistic creativity put into the home goods and jewelry every page is more beautiful than the next.
What's even more fantastic is that many of the makers fully consider eco-benefits, sustainability and impact.
You can shop the marketplace without concern that the maker's are being treated fairly. Each maker participates in the marketplace without fees for anything. We help with the tech, onboarding, promoting and inventory control. They set their own prices and get paid on every sale at the time of the sale. Some of our maker's through necessity must sell through a broker. We are careful there as well! We get to know each of them to ensure that the maker's are being treated fairly. In fact many are already fair trade certified!
Our clients are not charged fees to shop or "become a member" and all shipping is included in the pricing of each item. So no surprises at check-out!
Help support this global women's maker and supporter community by giving to our I Fund Women campaign today!
Updates
The Campaign FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions:
What fees do the makers pay to be on the site? None. Click HERE for more information.
Where are you currently selling? USA/Canada. We are working on expanding our shop in 2023.
Is there a membership fee to shop? No none. Any discounts or products we offer are offered to anyone/everyone who shops equally.
How do you stay in business if there is no membership fee and the makers don't pay? The makers set their prices - we do not tell them what to charge. The only exception is if we think they are undervaluing themselves. Then Rosie reaches out to talk to them about their value and the wonder of their products. We do an estimation of shipping fees. We do not offer "next day" which allows more for the makers as well. We have an overhead document to set the minimum amount of revenue it takes to keep the doors open plus profit for growth and expansion. That is the formula we use to set the store price for our clientele. That is how we stay in business without charging makers or charging our clientele to be "members."
Why are you for profit instead of not-for-profit? Because it's been long enough that women's labor is undervalued. It has been long enough that makers are seen as "less than" or "just homemade." Our maker's work is valuable. Our operation team's work to bring it to you is valuable. We are not a charity - we are a profitable business.
When you say "woman" what do you mean? We do not "check gender." Holy cow seriously. If someone identifies as a woman they are a woman. Plain. Simple.
Are you excluding men? (or in the words of one person who called - why are you man haters?) We're not. We love our allies. We have men supporting our work and our business every day. But check out equity data world-wide and you'll understand why we set our initial mission/vision the way we did. (You can see more on our transparency page and in our online presence on social media apps.)
Protect your phone with style using a durable, dual-layered case. The outer shell is made of impact-resistant polycarbonate, while the inner lining sports TPU lining for maximum impact absorption. Keep your phone fashionable and safe all year round!
• Polycarbonate outer shell
• Thermoplastic Polyurethane TPU inner liner
• Dual-layer protection
• Precisely aligned port openings
• Induction charging compatible
• Blank product sourced from Korea
Thank you for supporting fair trade makers!
These stickers are printed on durable, high opacity adhesive vinyl which makes them perfect for regular use, as well as for covering other stickers or paint. The high-quality vinyl ensures there are no bubbles when applying the stickers.
• High opacity film that’s impossible to see through
• Fast and easy bubble-free application
• Durable vinyl, perfect for indoor use
• 95µ density
Don't forget to clean the surface before applying the sticker.
Thank you for supporting World Community Exchange!
Add a splash of color to your morning coffee or tea ritual! These ceramic mugs not only have a beautiful design on them, but also a colorful rim, handle, and inside, so the mug is bound to spice up your mug rack.
• Ceramic
• Height: 3.85″ (9.8 cm)
• Diameter: 3.35″ (8.5 cm)
• White print area
• Color rim, inside, and handle
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
World Community Exchange branded Signature Dark Design - Bella Canvas The Favorite Tee with our signature design, Women Owned, Women Directed, Women Operated, Women Made © Equitable Business is Profitable Business©
Say goodbye to plastic, and bag your goodies in this organic cotton tote bag. There’s more than enough room for groceries, books, and anything in between.
• 100% certified organic cotton 3/1 twill
• Fabric weight: 8 oz/yd² (272 g/m²)
• Dimensions: 16″ × 14 ½″ × 5″ (40.6 cm × 35.6 cm × 12.7 cm)
• Weight limit: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
• 1″ (2.5 cm) wide dual straps, 24.5″ (62.2 cm) length
• Open main compartment
• Blank product components sourced from Vietnam
What’s an outdoor party without a wine tumbler to keep a drink fresh and at just the right temperature? Forget breakable glasses—give this uniquely shaped wine tumbler a chance and have fun with friends without worry.
• 12 oz (355 ml)
• Tumbler size: 4.7″ × 3.5″ (12 cm × 9 cm)
• High grade stainless steel
• Double-wall vacuum seal
• Curved, unique shape
Rewards
Protect your phone with style using a durable, dual-layered case. The outer shell is made of impact-resistant polycarbonate, while the inner lining sports TPU lining for maximum impact absorption. Keep your phone fashionable and safe all year round!
• Polycarbonate outer shell
• Thermoplastic Polyurethane TPU inner liner
• Dual-layer protection
• Precisely aligned port openings
• Induction charging compatible
• Blank product sourced from Korea
Thank you for supporting fair trade makers!
These stickers are printed on durable, high opacity adhesive vinyl which makes them perfect for regular use, as well as for covering other stickers or paint. The high-quality vinyl ensures there are no bubbles when applying the stickers.
• High opacity film that’s impossible to see through
• Fast and easy bubble-free application
• Durable vinyl, perfect for indoor use
• 95µ density
Don't forget to clean the surface before applying the sticker.
Thank you for supporting World Community Exchange!
Add a splash of color to your morning coffee or tea ritual! These ceramic mugs not only have a beautiful design on them, but also a colorful rim, handle, and inside, so the mug is bound to spice up your mug rack.
• Ceramic
• Height: 3.85″ (9.8 cm)
• Diameter: 3.35″ (8.5 cm)
• White print area
• Color rim, inside, and handle
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
World Community Exchange branded Signature Dark Design - Bella Canvas The Favorite Tee with our signature design, Women Owned, Women Directed, Women Operated, Women Made © Equitable Business is Profitable Business©
Say goodbye to plastic, and bag your goodies in this organic cotton tote bag. There’s more than enough room for groceries, books, and anything in between.
• 100% certified organic cotton 3/1 twill
• Fabric weight: 8 oz/yd² (272 g/m²)
• Dimensions: 16″ × 14 ½″ × 5″ (40.6 cm × 35.6 cm × 12.7 cm)
• Weight limit: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
• 1″ (2.5 cm) wide dual straps, 24.5″ (62.2 cm) length
• Open main compartment
• Blank product components sourced from Vietnam
What’s an outdoor party without a wine tumbler to keep a drink fresh and at just the right temperature? Forget breakable glasses—give this uniquely shaped wine tumbler a chance and have fun with friends without worry.
• 12 oz (355 ml)
• Tumbler size: 4.7″ × 3.5″ (12 cm × 9 cm)
• High grade stainless steel
• Double-wall vacuum seal
• Curved, unique shape