{"id":59515,"date":"2023-03-06T22:06:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-06T11:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=59515"},"modified":"2025-03-14T00:33:38","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T13:33:38","slug":"intrepid-tote-bags","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/intrepid-tote-bags\/","title":{"rendered":"A whole lot more goes into Intrepid tote bags than you might think\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Intrepid tote bags. Handy for carrying stuff. Help us avoid single-use plastics. Make good mementos of great adventures.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But we\u2019re proud to say there\u2019s a bit more to it than that. <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/purpose\/b-corp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">We are a B Corp<\/a> after all \u2013 which means we squeeze every drop of goodness we can into our business and consciously choose to work with suppliers who create a positive social impact.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to tote bags, that means carefully handpicking local producers to ensure that wherever possible, your on-trip gift directly supports small social enterprises within your destination.&nbsp;We offer free totes to travellers on most of our trips, wherever it\u2019s practical to do so \u2013 but if you\u2019ve come prepared or would rather borrow one&nbsp;and hand it back to your leader in good condition at the end of your trip, that works for us too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So how much good can a bag really do? Turns out, quite a lot. Here are some of the ways Intrepid totes are empowering communities, challenging harmful stereotypes, preserving cultural heritage and changing the lives of people all over the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/thailand-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/thailand-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/thailand-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/thailand-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/thailand-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/thailand-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">All smiles in Chiang Mai&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keeping families together in Thailand&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When textile worker Mrs Isada left her factory job to go freelance, she simply hoped to gain more freedom. She enjoys working from the comfort of her home neighbourhood, On Tai, on the outskirts of Chiang Mai. Little did she know her business would eventually blossom into a community enterprise supporting almost 30 artisans.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sewing work her organisation brings in enables more local women to remain at home with their families, rather than having to leave for bigger cities to find employment. COVID-19 hit the group hard \u2013 but thanks to orders from the likes of Intrepid, they\u2019re starting to bounce back. Our travellers in <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/thailand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thailand<\/a> each receive a unique tote featuring traditional Thai fish designs made by Mrs Isada and her colleagues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/greece-b-corp-rosemary-onwugharam.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"684\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/greece-b-corp-rosemary-onwugharam-684x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/greece-b-corp-rosemary-onwugharam-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/greece-b-corp-rosemary-onwugharam-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/greece-b-corp-rosemary-onwugharam-768x1150.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/greece-b-corp-rosemary-onwugharam-585x876.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/greece-b-corp-rosemary-onwugharam.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 684px) 100vw, 684px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Asylum seeker Rosemary has been part of the Naomi community since 2016&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Creating community and opportunity for refugees in Greece&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We work with humanitarian organisation <a href=\"https:\/\/naomi.gr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Naomi<\/a> to produce our totes bags In <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/greece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greece<\/a>. As well as providing emergency aid to refugees and asylum seekers, the organisation also offers language lessons and courses in sewing and tailoring, equipping them with tangible, transferable skills.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rosemary Onwugharam came to Greece from Nigeria as an asylum seeker in 2006. She learned to sew at the Naomi workshop in Thessaloniki in 2016, and has stayed in touch ever since. She gained a part-time contract on their textile production line in November 2022, and went full time in January 2023.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cAt Naomi I can work in a safe, friendly and fair work environment. I earn money for my family and can cover my needs and be independent. It&#8217;s great being part of a team with a strong sense of belonging.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On our <a href=\"\/greece\/mainland-greece-discovery-160041\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mainland Greece Discovery trip<\/a>, travellers even swing by the workshop to meet Rosemary and her colleagues and learn more about Naomi\u2019s work.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s a good feeling to meet people from all over the world,\u201d says Rosemary. \u201cI\u2019m very proud that the tote bags we make are travelling all over the world, spreading a message of solidarity and respect for human rights.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pro<\/strong>viding a safe space for trans women in Peru&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 2019, <a href=\"https:\/\/presente.pe\/casatrans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Casa Trans<\/a> \u2013 a project created by and for trans women \u2013 has been providing a safe space for the trans community in Lima, <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/peru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Peru<\/a>, offering sexual health advice, HIV tests and counselling. In a country where life expectancy for trans women is just 35, support systems like these are crucial.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gaining safe paid work is another significant challenge facing trans people in Peru. According to a recent IPSOS Peru survey, only 3% of Peruvian trans women are able to access formal employment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter FUERZA by Casa Trans \u2013 a textile startup launched during the pandemic that originally produced protective clothing and face masks. These days, orders from the likes of Intrepid help Casa Trans to provide training and employment to the community and a vital stepping stone towards a brighter future.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kenya-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kenya-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kenya-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kenya-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kenya-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/kenya-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Kisisyo women hard at work&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Breaking down barriers for women in Kenya &nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want something done right, do it yourself. That seems to be the way at Kisisyo Women\u2019s Group in <a href=\"\/kenya\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kenya<\/a>. This collective of 12 women formed the self-help group in 1995 in an effort to improve their living standards and find mutual support. For Lucy Gichu, a 55-year-old founding member from the Majengo slums in Nairobi, their mission is simple: \u201cWe formed the group to empower our women.\u201d&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEver since we partnered with Intrepid, our members have been economically uplifted. Thanks to the orders from Intrepid, members of Kisisyo Women&#8217;s Group are&nbsp;not falling victim to drugs, alcoholism, sex work and other negative impacts that come with living in slums. We have been economically empowered, as we can afford daily simple meals and to take our children to school\u201d.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/india-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/india-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/india-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/india-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/india-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-585x780.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/india-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Young adults and women from rural areas gain valuable skills at Jugaad&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>M<\/strong>aximising the potential of young adults in India&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In Hindi, \u2018Jugaad\u2019 roughly translates as \u2018making the most out of the little you have\u2019. And that\u2019s exactly what happens at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.karmmarg.com\/jugaad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jugaad<\/a>, the sister project of children\u2019s refuge <a href=\"https:\/\/www.karmmarg.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Karm Marg<\/a>, located near New Delhi, <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/india\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">India<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, young adults (mostly Karm Marg alumni) and women with limited employment opportunities from surrounding rural areas learn to create bags, wallets, stationery and other handicrafts. They often use donated waste materials such as newspapers and second-hand textiles to up the eco-credentials of their products. This vocational training helps to empower people in Indian society who are often overlooked, while supporting Karm Marg&#8217;s important work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/vietnam-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/vietnam-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/vietnam-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/vietnam-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/vietnam-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/vietnam-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u2018Say no to plastic\u2019&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Supporti<\/strong>ng ethnic minorities and people with disabilities in Vietnam&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Organic cotton, hemp and natural dyes \u2013 so far, so modern eco-warrior. But the use of these textiles and techniques is by no means new and trendy. In the mountainous regions of northern <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/vietnam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vietnam<\/a>, ethnic minority communities have been using these materials to create traditional costumes and handicrafts for generations. Now, with the support of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/IndigoStoreHanoi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indigo<\/a> in Hanoi \u2013 a workshop aiming to preserve Vietnam\u2019s ethnic minorities\u2019 cultural heritage \u2013 they\u2019re transferring these skills to our travellers\u2019 totes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This year, we\u2019ll also be working with new Intrepid Foundation partner <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theintrepidfoundation.org\/t\/vun-art\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vun Art<\/a>. They work to eradicate social stigma and discrimination against people with disabilities by providing them with training and employment at their textile workshop.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ecuador-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ecuador-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ecuador-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ecuador-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ecuador-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp-585x780.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ecuador-responsible-tote-bag-b-corp.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Intrepid leader takes a break on a Volcan Sierra Negra hike in the Galapagos&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Empowering the indigenous Otavalo community in Ecuador&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/ecuador\/ecuador-highlands-160570\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ecuador<\/a>\u2019s indigenous Otavalo people are known for their intricate embroidery and textiles. The best place to see their wares is the colourful Otavalo market \u2013 which happens to feature on the itinerary of our <a href=\"\/ecuador\/ecuador-highlands-144679\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ecuador Highlands<\/a> trip.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We work directly with the Picuasi family from Otavalo to source tote bags for Intrepid travellers in the region, as well as our leaders\u2019 vibrant t-shirts and bags. Through their business they provide employment to at least 10 local indigenous families.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>I<\/strong>mproving the lives of women from townships in South Africa&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/south-africa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">South Africa<\/a> we source our fairtrade tote bags from <a href=\"http:\/\/township.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Township<\/a>, an umbrella organisation representing seven independent women-owned cooperatives based in Cape Town.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They\u2019ve been operating since 1997, providing sustainable economic opportunities to&nbsp; women living in South Africa\u2019s township communities. Today over 60 women produce beautiful handmade clothing and bags made from 100% natural cotton, jute and recycled PET fabric.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Want to travel with Intrepid and get your hands on a tote bag that changes the world? 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