ShuarHands

Welcome to ShuarHands

Our Mission:
ShuarHands, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of lives of Shuar artisans and their communities by creating a health clinic, refining the existing school system, and identifying markets for handicrafts. Acting by and through their established governing systems and community leaders, ShuarHands, Inc. is committed to creating a balanced partnership with the Shuar people, thereby creating a greater experience of independence and stability, while maintaining cultural and ecological sensitivity. ShuarHands, Inc. is a non-religious and non-political organization.

Our Goals:

• Assist in the creation of new health clinics for Shuar living deep in the rainforest without immediate access to hospitals or urgent care centers.
  • Invite local and international physicians to teach basic and advanced first aid.
  • Continue expansion and development of existing facilities.
• Develop regional workshops to maintain quality control of all handicrafts.
• Locate viable markets for Shuar products to ensure a constant and stable income for all skilled artisans.
• Assist in the creation of a work center and outlet for their goods in Ecuador, providing:
  • A location for novices to study from Master artisans.
  • A safe place for single or widowed women to create and sell their crafts.
• Assist in the furnishing and provision of supplies for newly built schools.
  • Create a "Sponsor a Child" educational program.

Shuar Artwork & Jewelry

The indigenous Shuar of the Amazon Basin create exquisite items. Each work of art is authentic and handmade by women artisans. Every seed is collected directly from the jungle.

Please notice the "tool" which is used to drill each seed: a toothbrush handle with the brush removed and replaced by a small drill bit.

Artisans stated that some seeds take as long as 1/2 hour to drill.