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Amie Sider
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Amie Mariana Sider is the founder and director of NationWares – a Non-Profit, social enterprise that uses fashion and accessories to create employment for marginalized and vulnerable people around the world, providing them with hope and opportunity that overcomes poverty. All of the international designers receive access to local and international marketplaces, allowing them to earn income that provides food, clothing, shelter, education, and healthcare for their families. Our programs equip people with exceptional needs, including disability (physical or developmental), extreme poverty, HIV/AIDS and other factors that often lead to marginalization. With NationWares support they find education, financial and vocational training, and access to support networks that will enhance their business as they experience dignity and equality. All products are fair trade, made from local renewable resources.
Amie has completed two undergraduate degrees in Sociology & Global Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University and is able to speak to a wide range of audiences in the areas of sustainable development, social justice, global poverty and inequality, disability issues, consumerism, fair trade, micro enterprise, social enterprise, development theory, and social action.
Workshop Description for “The Culture of Consumption: How to Make your Purchases Powerful”
You live in a world that throws you approximately 5,000 advertisements a day. That’s one advertisement, commercial, product placement, or brand in your face every 3 seconds! Sometimes it’s difficult for us to digest the fact that we are consuming brands that define our culture and who we are as individuals and humanity. Every time you watch commercials on TV, most of them look directly at you and tell you that you suck – and the only solution is to buy more stuff. It’s time to fight back against our consumer culture and learn effective and creative ways for you to make your purchases powerful! Join me as we discuss these critical issues in this interactive seminar. Learn that you have the power to define your culture, don’t just buy into it.
Visit the NationWares website and learn how you can begin to wear your heart on your sleeve. NationWares also provides different fundraising opportunities for high school and community programs. We also have plenty of volunteer and community service opportunities for high school students. Contact us for more information!
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