Field Notes

After tremendous anticipation and over 3 years of physical separation, the U.S. Anchal team was recently reunited with the incredible artisan and leadership team in Ajmer, India! The trip crew comprised of sisters and Founders Colleen and Maggie Clines, Anchal E-Commerce Director Ashleigh Bakken, Maggie’s husband, David Cobb, and photographer and Colleen’s husband, Clay Cook.

CEO, Colleen Clines, highlights heartwarming stories of a joyous reunion between artisans and the U.S. team and the strong bond and deep sense of community that has been fostered through Anchal's work. She also highlights the resilience and determination of the artisans, who continued creating beautiful products despite the challenges they faced.

 Impact reporting is so vital to our program because it allows us to see how our efforts are changing the lives of the women we work with, and their families. Learn how our artisans are making their own social impact through the two very different stories of Shama and Shamina.  

Share in our excitement of International Women's Day as we celebrate with our artisans this year, in India!