The Goodee Pillow: Meet the Artisans
Photography by Trevor Stuurnman
The ideation behind the GOODEE Pillow is simple: As we create products that provide beauty, function, simplicity and ease for everyday living, we also create space to welcome others so we can rise together. In a world of instant gratification and fast fashion, GOODEE takes a countercultural step back to mindfully partner with makers who place equal importance on the quality of their products, the people who craft them, and their contribution to the world we inhabit.
In partnership with the EFI, and aligning with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), the series is brought to life using textiles from artisans in Burkina Faso and produced in Kenya through Artisan Fashion, a social cooperative.
Artisan Fashion is a production company that connects African artisans with some of the most recognized brands globally. Based in Athi River, Kenya, they work to create socially significant items engaging over 1,000 artisans, in return providing these artisans with a fair wage and greater economic freedom. Through collaboration with the International Trade Centre Ethical Fashion Initiative and the R.I.S.E. framework monitoring, Artisan Fashion ensures their business is socially and environmentally responsible.
Photography by Artisan Fashion
26 years old, born in Makuel
How long have you been with Artisan Fashion?
Been working here for 3 years
What is your role?
I’m the supervisor of the preparation
born in Western Kenya
How long have you been with Artisan Fashion?
I've been working here since 2014
What is your role?
I’m the production manager
Pillow - Teal
$149.00
Supported Causes
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Community EngagementThis organization includes employees in company operations, management decisions and supply chain, as well as participates actively in local initiatives.
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Gender AdvocacyThis company supports women by encouraging female leadership and creating a safe, equitable work environment free from gender-based discrimination and harassment.
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Natural MaterialsThis product has been crafted with materials that are derived from plants, animals, or other naturally occurring materials.
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Nature & Wildlife ConservancyThis product contributes to nature preservation efforts, including wildlife and their habitats, biodiversity, or ecosystems
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Marginalized CommunitiesA portion of proceeds from the sale of this product go towards disenfranchised groups that are specific to the brand’s social and cultural community.
Pillow - Mustard
$149.00
Supported Causes
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Community Engagement
This organization includes employees in company operations, management decisions and supply chain, as well as participates actively in local initiatives.
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Gender Advocacy
This company supports women by encouraging female leadership and creating a safe, equitable work environment free from gender-based discrimination and harassment.
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Natural Materials
This product has been crafted with materials that are derived from plants, animals, or other naturally occurring materials.
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Nature & Wildlife Conservancy
This product contributes to nature preservation efforts, including wildlife and their habitats, biodiversity, or ecosystems
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Marginalized Communities
A portion of proceeds from the sale of this product go towards disenfranchised groups that are specific to the brand’s social and cultural community.
Pillow - Magenta Stripe Solid
$149.00
Supported Causes
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Community Engagement
This organization includes employees in company operations, management decisions and supply chain, as well as participates actively in local initiatives.
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Gender Advocacy
This company supports women by encouraging female leadership and creating a safe, equitable work environment free from gender-based discrimination and harassment.
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Natural Materials
This product has been crafted with materials that are derived from plants, animals, or other naturally occurring materials.
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Nature & Wildlife Conservancy
This product contributes to nature preservation efforts, including wildlife and their habitats, biodiversity, or ecosystems
-
Marginalized Communities
A portion of proceeds from the sale of this product go towards disenfranchised groups that are specific to the brand’s social and cultural community.
Pillow - Grey Stripe Solid
$149.00
Supported Causes
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Community Engagement
This organization includes employees in company operations, management decisions and supply chain, as well as participates actively in local initiatives.
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Gender Advocacy
This company supports women by encouraging female leadership and creating a safe, equitable work environment free from gender-based discrimination and harassment.
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Natural Materials
This product has been crafted with materials that are derived from plants, animals, or other naturally occurring materials.
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Nature & Wildlife Conservancy
This product contributes to nature preservation efforts, including wildlife and their habitats, biodiversity, or ecosystems
-
Marginalized Communities
A portion of proceeds from the sale of this product go towards disenfranchised groups that are specific to the brand’s social and cultural community.
Pillow - Blue Stripe Solid
$149.00
Supported Causes
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Community Engagement
This organization includes employees in company operations, management decisions and supply chain, as well as participates actively in local initiatives.
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Gender Advocacy
This company supports women by encouraging female leadership and creating a safe, equitable work environment free from gender-based discrimination and harassment.
-
Natural Materials
This product has been crafted with materials that are derived from plants, animals, or other naturally occurring materials.
-
Nature & Wildlife Conservancy
This product contributes to nature preservation efforts, including wildlife and their habitats, biodiversity, or ecosystems
-
Marginalized Communities
A portion of proceeds from the sale of this product go towards disenfranchised groups that are specific to the brand’s social and cultural community.
Pillow - Black & White
$149.00
Supported Causes
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Community Engagement
This organization includes employees in company operations, management decisions and supply chain, as well as participates actively in local initiatives.
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Gender Advocacy
This company supports women by encouraging female leadership and creating a safe, equitable work environment free from gender-based discrimination and harassment.
-
Natural Materials
This product has been crafted with materials that are derived from plants, animals, or other naturally occurring materials.
-
Nature & Wildlife Conservancy
This product contributes to nature preservation efforts, including wildlife and their habitats, biodiversity, or ecosystems
-
Marginalized Communities
A portion of proceeds from the sale of this product go towards disenfranchised groups that are specific to the brand’s social and cultural community.
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