Today is World Refugee Day and it has a special meaning for the three founders of Mint and Laurel. We are an e-commerce and social enterprise, this is why a shop with purpose matters to us.
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If a community and its people are hurting, we want to do our part to educate, uplift and empower its people. As such, we stand united with our black brothers and sisters to amplify their calls for justice, equal rights and compassion towards the vulnerable in our community.
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Earth day is upon us! This year marks 50 years of action for our planet! But because of COVID-19, we are forced indoors, giving nature a much needed break from our excess use of fossil fuels and over consumption of non-organic materials. While at home, here are a few things you can do to celebrate earth day in a healthy, sustainable way.
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Syrians want the right to earn their income. Social Impact business trumps nonprofit handouts. While there is room for donating to nonprofits who help millions, Syrians are entrepreneurial and Syrian artisans are passionate craftsmen and women who desperately want to keep their traditions alive.
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A year later and the three of us are together celebrating the Mint+Laurel anniversary. Me and my confounding ladies of this lifestyle social impact brand have no regrets, only 7 lessons learned that social impact, women led businesses can benefit from:
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Our shipments of hand crafted bath goods from Syria finally made it to LA! It took us three months of hard work, patience, negotiation and seeking impossible solutions working in a country that is currently sanctioned by the U.S. But it was all worth it.
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The scent of Jasmine is like an Eastern poem. Touching, adorable and full of seduction - it climbs straight into your heart and your home. It’s used to evoke happiness in aromatherapy; to trigger a sense of harmony and optimism.
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It's not too late to place your Aleppo Soap Love Box for your Valentine order for your sweetheart, bestie or co-worker! Every purchase helps rebuild lives in Syria. Also, with Valentine's Day around the corner, we wanted to share a delicious pink drink recipe that's enjoyed throughout the Middle East. Recipe from the Edible Mosaic Cookbook.
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Last fall we threw a reception celebrating my daughter’s wedding ceremony. She wanted special favors for guests that speak to who she is; an environmentally conscious, stylish, American born young lady with ancestors from Syria and Palestine. We chose the soap samplers as a favor. They were a hit and here’s why:
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My mother received the soaps on time with the signature bag. I received a call from her in tears because she was in awe of the products. She said, “They smell just like home (Syria) and the bag is so beautiful, it’s exactly like the ones I’ve seen in Aleppo.” I told her that these products were made in Syria by local artisans which made her tear up even more.
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Aleppo soap is organic, good for the skin, good for the environment and has social impact on the community. So as a social and environmental entrepreneur and impact investor, getting into the business of Aleppo soap seemed obvious. What I didn’t realize was how great the impact is for the communities we are serving
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