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Union of Peasants for Self Development

Union of Peasants for Self Development

Niger
Artisans working with the Union of Peasants for Self Development (UPAP) make traditional Tuareg handicrafts. The Tuareg, nomadic herders of Saharan north and west Africa, now also work as traders or cultivate crops in fertile oases. Tuareg artisans of UPAP use income from craft production to supplement their subsistence farming and other livelihoods.In 1993, young craftspeople in Terhazer, a village near Agadez, the largest city of northern Niger, organized to create leather handicrafts and silver jewelry. After traveling through France, selling from backpacks for several years, Illies Mouhmoud and his friends organized formally and began UPAP in 1999. UPAP now has shops in Niamey, Niger's capital, and in Agadez, and participates in local African fairs. UPAP also sells to fair trade organizations in France and North America. Ten Thousand Villages has purchased products from UPAP since 2002.

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    Amellal Tuareg Silver Drop Earrings
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    Amellal Tuareg Silver Drop Earrings

    SKU: 1301140
    Handcrafted in Niger

    These beautifully crafted earrings from Niger are fashioned from fine silver that’s etched with a striking geometric pattern. Oval agate and beads ...

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    $99.00 - $99.00
    $99.00 - $99.00
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    Amellal Tuareg Silver Pendant Necklace
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    Amellal Tuareg Silver Pendant Necklace

    SKU: 1301130
    Handcrafted in Niger

    This magnificent necklace from Niger is masterfully handcrafted from fine silver decoratively etched and inlaid with ebony. A red agate stone is th...

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    $175.00 - $175.00
    $175.00 - $175.00
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    Amastan Tuareg Sterling Silver Earrings
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    Amastan Tuareg Sterling Silver Earrings

    SKU: 1301120
    Handcrafted in Niger

    Crafted by expert artisans in Niger, the Amastan Tuareg Sterling Silver Earrings are a unique find. Trapezoids etched with a detailed design hang f...

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    $99.00 - $99.00
    $99.00 - $99.00
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  • Safia Tuareg Ebony Collar Necklace - Default Title (1301040)
    Safia Tuareg Ebony Collar Necklace

    Safia Tuareg Ebony Collar Necklace

    SKU: 1301040
    Handcrafted in Niger

    The forever piece in your collection that will always lead people to ask: Where did you find that! Slip on the Safia Tuareg Ebony Collar Necklace a...

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    $375.00 - $375.00
    $375.00 - $375.00
  • Sakina Tuareg Ebony Pendant Necklace - Default Title (1301050)
    Sakina Tuareg Ebony Pendant Necklace

    Sakina Tuareg Ebony Pendant Necklace

    SKU: 1301050
    Handcrafted in Niger

    A collectible, limited edition piece, the Sakina Tuareg Ebony Pendant Necklace is handcrafted in Niger from locally sourced ebony and sterling silv...

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    $300.00 - $300.00
    $300.00 - $300.00
  • Ziri Silver Tuareg Bracelet - Default Title (1301060)
    Ziri Silver Tuareg Bracelet

    Ziri Silver Tuareg Bracelet

    SKU: 1301060
    Handcrafted in Niger

    Embody Tuareg tradition's graceful and timeless beauty with the Ziri Silver Tuareg Bracelet. Handcrafted by a traditionally nomadic artisan group i...

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    $150.00 - $150.00
    $150.00 - $150.00
  • Zdan Silver Tuareg Bracelet - Default Title (1301070)
    Zdan Silver Tuareg Bracelet

    Zdan Silver Tuareg Bracelet

    SKU: 1301070
    Handcrafted in Niger

    This limited edition, handcrafted Zdan Silver Tuareg Bracelet is a unique piece of art made by a traditionally nomadic artisan group in Niger. Comb...

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    $150.00 - $150.00
    $150.00 - $150.00
  • Ami Tuareg Drop Earrings - Default Title (1301100)
    Ami Tuareg Drop Earrings

    Ami Tuareg Drop Earrings

    SKU: 1301100
    Handcrafted in Niger

    Step out with the Ami Tuareg Drop Earrings, ethically handcrafted from sterling silver and ebony. Long, clean lines bring your personality into any...

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    $79.99 - $79.99
    $79.99 - $79.99
  • Najaa Tuareg Drop Earrings - Default Title (1301110)
    Najaa Tuareg Drop Earrings

    Najaa Tuareg Drop Earrings

    SKU: 1301110
    Handcrafted in Niger

    Any look becomes luxurious with the Najaa Tuareg Drop Earrings. Crafted from sterling silver and fine ebony wood, each unique piece features finely...

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    $79.99 - $79.99
    $79.99 - $79.99
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    Centered Necklace
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    Centered Necklace

    SKU: 1301020
    Handcrafted in Niger

    The Centered Necklace is a piece of Tuareg jewelry, handcrafted in sterling silver with the Tuareg people's signature geomentric designs. The Tuare...

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    $131.00 - $131.00
    $131.00 - $131.00
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    Twilight Necklace
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    Twilight Necklace

    SKU: 1301010
    Handcrafted in Niger

    Handcrafted of sterling silver, with round ebony pendant, the Twilight Necklace is a beautiful fair trade jewelry addition to your wardrobe.

    $131.00 - $131.00
    $131.00 - $131.00
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    Etched Shapes Necklace
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    Etched Shapes Necklace

    SKU: 1301380

    Nklc etch/hinge plate strlg/onyx

    MSRP $137.50
    $137.50 - $137.50
    $137.50
    $85.94 - $85.94
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    Eclipse Earrings
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    Eclipse Earrings

    SKU: 1301730
    Handcrafted in Niger

    Errg disc half ebony/silv 1D blk

    $39.50 - $39.50
    $39.50 - $39.50
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    Ebony Eclipse Necklace
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    Ebony Eclipse Necklace

    SKU: 1301720
    Handcrafted in Niger

    Nklc pend disc ebony/silv 2Dx20

    $225.00 - $225.00
    $225.00 - $225.00
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