With the launch of Liberti, we wanted to lead with a collection that embodies timeless beauty and elegance with a unique and creative design, but we also wanted each piece to have a subtle yet resounding backstory
Denver, CO (PRWEB) March 15, 2016
Liberti, a Colorado-based lifestyle brand dedicated to making social impact, launched its high-end, handcrafted jewelry product line, the <1% (less than) collection on crowdfunding site Indiegogo. The campaign aims to kickstart the mission-inspired social enterprise and the company’s apprenticeship program to employ and empower U.S. resettled refugees.
The <1% collection represents the less than one percent of refugees worldwide who are granted the ability to resettle in a new country. There are 14.4 million (and counting) refugees of concern around the world, according to the United Nations Refugee Agency.
“With the launch of Liberti, we wanted to lead with a collection that embodies timeless beauty and elegance with a unique and creative design, but we also wanted each piece to have a subtle yet resounding backstory,” said Liberti founder, Pamela Norton-Shelpuk. “That’s the thinking behind the <1% collection and the chic, simple, modern pieces with dynamic <1 symbols woven in.”
Through their Indiegogo campaign, supporters have the opportunity to pre-order Liberti jewelry from the limited edition <1% collection at a discounted price or make a direct donation to the company.
“We hope to spread awareness for the less than 1% of refugees who are fortunate enough to make it out of refugee camps and rebuild their lives while also inspiring hope for the 99% who remain behind,” added Norton-Shelpuk.
Funds raised will support their apprenticeship program designed to onboard refugee employees as well as continued creation and production of jewelry collections.
With all aspects of the business including manufacturing, business operations and product sourcing based in the U.S., Liberti’s apprenticeship program aims to integrate refugee employees in all departments based on current skills, strengths and interests while providing on-the-job training and career building opportunities.
“Our reach of social impact with Liberti is really two-fold. We’re not only creating a business to empower refugees and their families by giving them the tools to build a successful and fulfilling career, but we also have the opportunity to empower our customers by connecting them to the impactful stories of refugees that are too often unheard from this vulnerable community,” says Norton-Shelpuk. “By uplifting refugees and spreading awareness to empower our conscious customers, we hope to spark positive social change nationwide.”
For more information on Liberti and to pre-order the <1% collection, visit: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/liberti-jewelry-that-goes-beyond-its-beauty#/:
About Liberti
Founded in 2015 in Denver, Colorado, Liberti is a mission-inspired lifestyle brand creating exquisite jewelry with a meaningful impact. With a unique business model and for-profit but mission-driven bottom line, Liberti aims to employ and empower U.S. refugees integrating them in all aspects of their American-operated business and providing on-the-job training and career building opportunities. The vision is to enable resettled refugees to truly become free to the live the American dream, and eventually, Liberti hopes to give all employees the opportunity to become shareholders in the business they’re helping to create.
Using exclusively ethically sourced and high-quality materials, Liberti is committed to creating products with American-made craftsmanship that are as sustainable and authentic as they are beautiful with the intention of spreading love and kindness in every unique piece. To learn more about Liberti, visit the website http://www.libertiusa.com and connect with Liberti on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest or Twitter.
