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Isolated Indigenous communities in Bolivia were not equipped to handle the COVID-19 pandemic and its many adverse effects.
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Hey Team Girl!
Thank you for being an incredible supporter of our Because I am a Girl project. You help girls around the world stay protected and empowered with the rights and opportunities to lead the lives they choose.
Now, here’s a chance to continue supporting women: by purchasing something lovely.
Kick off your fall by treating yourself or your loved ones to something beautiful from GENTLE FAWN’s new clothing collection and you’ll also help give global moms some small-business support.
PLUS: Purchase a cozy Mara Scarf (launching on October 11) and a further 25% of net sales from the scarf will go to the mom shop projects.
Founded in Vancouver in 2003, GENTLE FAWN designs feminine, effortless pieces that are perfect for your everyday wardrobe. Visit gentlefawn.ca to start shopping.
*Added details: The GENTLE FAWN Mara Scarf launches on October 11, 2022, with 25% of net sales of the scarf, as well as 10% of entire Plan International Canada donor purchase net sales, going to Plan International Canada’s the mom shop Gift of Hope. The discount code entitles customers to take 10% off any purchase, excluding applicable taxes. Discount offer valid from October 1 at 9:00 a.m. ET to October 31 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Discount cannot be combined with any other offers, promotions or coupons. Returned items will be refunded at the discounted price. No minimum spend required. Not applicable to prior purchases. Not redeemable for cash. Online only.
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