Matenwa, Haiti

On the tiny island of Lagonav, Haiti, their families are struggling to survive as the fertile soil that once produced an abundance of food now washes into the sea with each rain.  Children believe rocks grow since every year they see more and more and the adults explain, “The mountains are showing their bones.”  The images on their silk scarves are created to reflect their everyday lives and stories from their childhood.  Being able to produce income for their families, has given the women a strong and respected voice in their community.