I had the absolute joy of visiting the Yafe crew in Kolkata last month. Though the journey to their workshop on the city’s outskirts took quite some time (my Uber definitely earned its keep!), the moment I stepped into Yafe House, I knew it was worth every minute.

I was welcomed with breakfast—and genuine hospitality—as the team gathered around to share a meal. The Yafe crew are a talented, caring, and passionate bunch. Watching the women work in three small rows of sewing machines, carefully stitching garments and bags with pride and precision, was a true highlight.

It was also a privilege to chat with founder Jen, whose deep commitment to building this business into a sustainable social enterprise, continues to inspire me. This tiny but mighty team is doing remarkable work.

Keep an eye on them—big things are coming.

Sarah Beisly- Founder and Director of The Loyal Workshop.