Akola offers a set of Unlock-it bracelets designed to help remind customers of their "inner strength just waiting to be unlocked." Each one includes a word on the inside: "strong," "joy," "grace," "brave," "glow," and "hope." The handcrafted jewelry is made using local and sustainable materials. Per the official website, the company chose its name from the word in a Ugandan dialect that means "she works." True to this name, Akola is rooted in a mission to provide jobs for Ugandan women by paying them living wages, as well as guiding them via leadership and financial literacy programs.
Another company that helps support women is Starfish Project. The nonprofit works to provide shelter, healthcare, and jobs for exploited and trafficked women in Asia. They also offer training and educational opportunities that empower these women to become independent. Over the past 15 years, Starfish Project has helped more than 160 women break free from exploitation. Starfish Project creates a range of jewelry, and several of these pieces come with positive affirmations. This includes the brand's 14k gold-plated bracelet engraved with the words "Love is kind," and the stainless steel "Give Mercy Necklace," which features the phrase "act justly" on one side and "love mercy" on the other.
