Refugee Artisan Initiative
Upcycled Coffee Bag Project
This sustainability-focused brand film explores the Refugee Artisan Initiative’s (RAI) mission to convert industrial waste streams into economic opportunity. The narrative documents the "Upcycled Coffee Bag Project," illustrating how refugee and immigrant women use skills and techniques they already have to transform non-recyclable materials into functional community goods. By centering on the journey of artisans like Mehnaz, this story highlights how RAI fosters professional confidence and financial independence through the lens of a truly equitable, “circular economy”.
“About Us” Brand Video
Serving as a foundational "About Us" brand video, this piece explores the Refugee Artisan Initiative’s (RAI) mission to bridge the gap between refugee resettlement and long-term economic prosperity. The narrative highlights RAI’s unique "Maker Space" model, which removes traditional barriers to employment by providing industrial machinery, business licensing support, and specialized skill training. By documenting the tangible milestones of this journey—from a first paycheck to the purchase of a family’s first home, the brand video illustrates how the "universal language of sewing" unlocks true economic mobility.