Behind the Workshop: The Heart of ILISAH

At ILISAH, we believe in more than just creating beautiful products, we believe in creating change. Our mission? To raise the standard in fine workmanship, sustainability, and ethical employment in Africa.

Better Principles. We put people first, ensuring fair wages, ethical practices, and a work environment where our tailors can thrive.

Better Practices. Sustainability isn't just a buzzword for us; it's at the heart of everything we do, from responsible sourcing to reducing waste.

Better Products. Every ILISAH piece is designed with purpose, precision, and the stories of the tailors who craft them.

 

Empowering Women

Behind every ILISAH piece is a woman whose life is changing. Right now, our team is made up of three incredible women; skilled tailors, mothers, and changemakers. We don’t just offer them jobs; we provide livable wages, personal growth opportunities, and a sustainable path forward to help them build brighter futures.

And we’re just getting started! As we grow, our goal is to create an onsite childcare space, so more working mothers can provide for their families without compromise.

The Real Cost of Impact

At ILISAH, we believe that the true cost of a product isn’t just measured in money; it’s measured in impact. Every purchase is a choice: to support fine workmanship, empower women, and invest in a better future.

So the next time you compare prices, ask yourself—who is really paying the price?

Together, we can go further. And we’re just getting started.

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together."

  • HANDMADE IN KENYA

    We hire at-risk women and youth, offering them a chance to grow and thrive. We pay living wages, provide benefits, and are committed to giving our employees the tools they need to succeed—including skills training, career advancement, and financial literacy.

  • HELP OUR PLANET

    Our products are made with sustainably grown cotton . Sustainable industry is key to a thriving planet for everyone. Our products are not made in a corporate factory, they're made with care to benefit generations to come. We do not package our products in plastic.

  • FOR A GOOD CAUSE

    Your money is not going to some mega corporation or factory, it's going to a good cause that will benefit generations to come. Our business is not only driven by profit, but with a mission to lift people out of generational poverty.

  • BLACK OWNED. WOMAN OWNED.

    Wealth inequality is a story of gender and racial inequality. We believe that providing opportunities to traditionally underrepresented people is the best way to make a difference. Vote for equality with how you spend your money. Buy black owned. Buy woman owned.