Symplocos Collection
We have re-introduced the collection of Symplocos leaves as a possible source for income for the women in Hatali (Ermera). Symplocos (Uskai) leaves used to be of high value amongst Tais weavers but the use of it has faded.
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Natural dye training for weaver groups
Slide description: Tais weavers receive trainings in natural dyes, introducing new resources and techniques to broaden their palette of colors and enhance the quality of their dyes.
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Sewing training in the women prison
twice a week we provide sewing training to the women in the prison in Gleno, and create a production unit to sustain the training program for the prisoners.
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Master training indigo
Description: As part of our natural dye expertise centre we organize natural dye workshops and master trainings to promote the use of natural dyes amongst dyers and others who are interested in a circular economy.
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Promoting recycling
Slide description: As part of our Ambiente (environment) program we promote the re-utilization of waste material through events and workshops.
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Bottle recycling workshop
We regular provide workshops about bottle cutting to school students and other youth groups.
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The Reloka Foundation​

Equal economic opportunities, with respect for indigenous culture and nature


We envision an inclusive, gender-equal, and circular economy in Timor-Leste, focusing on talents and resources of the most marginalized people. It is our mission to empower, innovate and explore new markets to create sustainable income-generating opportunities, with deepest respect for the environment and the rich cultural traditions of Timor-Leste.

OUR pROGRAMS

KOR NATURAL

Is a unique program, that focusses on research, conservation, education and market development for natural dyes (colors). This program contributes to economic empowerment of women and to a circular economy/slow-fashion movement.

SUKU

Empowers female textile crafters like embroiderers and sewers. Under this program we provide craft trainings, production and business training for income generation of women.

AMBIENTE

Is our environmental program and focusses on the promotion of a circular economy. We up-cycle waste materials and we raise awareness on waste issues and on climate change.

OUR pRODUCTS

Merchandise

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Bordado

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Resiklagem

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Kor Naturais

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Our people

The people working in Reloka Fundation

Hilly Bouwman

Founder and Volunteer Executive Manager

Secilia Assunçao

Program coordinator Kor Natural and SUKU

Rici Fonseca

Senior Financial Officer

Aurea Hornai Freitas

Admin and financial officer and embroidery coordinator

Angela Maria Maia da Silva

Producer and trainer SUKU

Benvida Beato da A. Quintas

Junior officer programa Kor Natural

Deliana Alice Mau

Volunteer marketing assistant

Pasquela de Araujo

Volunteer producer and trainer recycling

Support us

Providing high-quality education, Promoting sustainable practices or “Empowering local communities”. Your support enables us to continue making a meaningful impact and reach more people.

Reloka TL

Reloka TL

+670 7514 2687

www.reloka.tl

relokainfo@gmail.com

Rua D'Angola, Palapasu, Dili

Donate

Bank: BNCTL

Bank Address: Mandarin, Dili Timor-Leste

Bank account name: Fundacao Re-inventa Produsaun Lokal (RELOKA)

IBAN: TL38 0040210012535764659

SWIFT/BIC: BNCTTLDD

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