The Kumbeshwar Technical School and orphanage for "Untouchables" gives poor people of the lowest caste housing, education and employment. After a period of training, women weave beautiful carpets which are sold internationally. Profits are shared by the women and help the school continue its training and housing projects. The center also offers a daycare facility for the children of the women weavers. We toured the school and orphanage and were very impressed and moved by the work being done. You can view and purchase their carpets online, and even send them your own unique design to weave. |