Crafted with love in Northeast Asia, this necklace was handmade by women who have broken free of the sex industry. Made of resin and 14K gold-plated stainless steel. Clean with a soft polishing cloth. Avoid direct contact with harsh chemicals and sharp surfaces. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

This necklace was crafted by Bee, an artisan of Starfish Project in Northeastern Asia. Starfish Project is an organisation that helps women and girls who have escaped human trafficking and exploitation by providing the tools needed to build independent lives. Starfish Project also provides holistic care programs, life skills training, and specialised vocational training to help women develop careers in fields such as design, photography, and accounting.

“Before coming to Starfish Project, I worked in a brothel with an abusive owner where I was constantly surrounded by violence. Starfish Project’s outreach teams visited me and offered me the opportunity to experience freedom through a job at their jewellery company.” – Bee

Bee did not have the opportunity to complete her education, however, through Starfish Project she has been able to take literacy classes and receive a certification in Microsoft Word. Through her work at Starfish Project, Bee has been able to develop new passions and explore different careers, stating that one day she hopes to become a makeup artist.