Blessing Broker proudly partners with Hope Center Israel - KitePride
Empowering Survivors of Human Trafficking with Sustainable Jobs
We have witnessed firsthand the desperate needs of human trafficking victims and their deep desire for dignity and freedom from spiritual, emotional, and physical bondage. As one survivor said, “I don’t want your pity; I need a job.” We understood that beyond employment, they were seeking purpose, health, and stability, with safe employment as the foundation for all these things.
Hope Center Israel’s mission focuses on reintegrating survivors of sex trafficking into the workforce through comprehensive education, training, mentorship, and job placement programs. This includes their amazing social enterprise, KitePride.
KitePride is a fashion social enterprise dedicated to empowering survivors of prostitution and human trafficking by offering safe employment opportunities.
Through crafting upcycled bags and providing comprehensive support, KitePride creates a positive impact both socially and environmentally.
- Survivors gain valuable skills and financial independence by learning sewing and design.
- Materials such as kitesurfing kites, sails, parachutes, and wetsuits are repurposed, contributing to environmental sustainability.
- Dedicated social workers offer emotional and psychological support during working hours.
- Over 42,000 bags have been crafted since 2018, with nearly 20,000 materials repurposed.
Your gift to BlessingBroker designated for KitePride creates a second chance for both people and materials.
About Hope Center Israel
How Hope Center Israel started:
“We don’t need pity, we need jobs!” This powerful statement ignited the journey that led to the creation of Hope Center Israel and its partner social enterprise, KitePride. Inspired by an unforgettable conversation with a victim of sex trafficking in 2011, Co-founder Tabea’s passion for seeking justice for this marginalized community was sparked.
In 2014, Tabea and Mati, along with their family, relocated to Tel Aviv, Israel. There, they co-founded Hope Center Israel, a local Israeli non-profit, and KitePride, a social enterprise–united by their mission to assist individuals in breaking free from the cycle of sex trafficking and exploitation through job reintegration.
Tabea’s Journey
Tabea’s life journey is characterized by a tireless commitment to justice and freedom. Born to Swiss parents in 1977, she spent her formative years in Papua New Guinea, fostering a deep connection to diverse cultures and languages. After two decades in Switzerland, building her career, marrying Mati, and becoming a mother of three, her encounter with a victim of sex trafficking set her on a new course.
Reflecting her passion for authenticity, Tabea shares her journey and experiences in a raw, real, and relatable way in her book “#nofilter”. She encourages readers to embrace their unique journeys and pursue their dreams relentlessly even when it doesn’t look like the “highlight reels” we see online. Through her work and writings, she inspires others to take action and make a difference in their communities, emphasizing the importance of leveraging individual talents for positive change.
Tabea travels extensively to speak about her book and raise awareness about the impactful work of Hope Center Israel and KitePride. Through her talks, she educates audiences about the realities of modern-day slavery and human trafficking, inspiring action towards combating these issues and encouraging individuals to discover their own passion and calling.
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Blessing Broker proudly partners with Hope Center Israel - KitePride
Empowering Survivors of Human Trafficking with Sustainable Jobs
KitePride, our fashion social enterprise, offers safe employment opportunities for survivors of prostitution and human trafficking by crafting beautiful upcycled bags in our secure working environment. Our dedicated team of social workers is present during all working hours to offer any emotional and psychological support needed, ensuring that survivors have access to comprehensive care as they reenter the workforce.
Each bag is meticulously designed and sewn by survivors of trafficking, providing them with valuable skills and financial independence. We repurpose materials like kitesurfing kites, sails, parachutes, and wetsuits, diverting them from landfills and creating a positive environmental impact.
Since 2018, we’ve created over 42,000 one-of-a-kind bags and repurposed nearly 20,000 kites, sails, and wetsuits. By collecting donated gear from around the world, we can reduce waste and offer survivors meaningful and purposeful employment.