Social Enterprise
The Impact Factory
An ethical cut-and-sew production center in Delhi, India, paying fair wages to women in need. Where quality meets equality.
WORK+SHELTER is my life's work—a social enterprise proving that business can be a vehicle for profound positive change. We manufacture ethical, sustainable sewn goods for brands who care about their supply chain's impact.
Every tote bag, t-shirt, and apron we produce puts money directly into the hands of women who need it most: widows, survivors of domestic violence, single mothers, and those whom society has marginalized.
Impact at a Glance
Our Approach
Four pillars that define how we work and why it matters.
Dignified Employment
Every woman who joins WORK+SHELTER receives fair wages, safe working conditions, and the respect she deserves. We don't offer charity—we offer opportunity.
Skills Development
Our paid training program teaches industrial sewing, pattern making, and quality control—skills that transform lives and open doors to long-term careers.
Sustainable Production
95%+ of our materials are organic, recycled, or upcycled. We prove that ethical manufacturing and environmental responsibility can coexist with quality and scale.
Women-Led Leadership
100% of our management team is female. We believe in creating pathways for women to lead, not just work. Our team members grow into supervisors, trainers, and leaders.
“When a woman starts earning an income, it transforms her ability to care for her children and herself, and it gives her a status in the family that she might not have had before.”
— Theresa VanderMeer
Partner With Us
Whether you're a brand seeking ethical manufacturing or an individual wanting to support our mission, there's a place for you.