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    Abury

    from Berlin

    The ABURY Foundation has been promoting education, culture, and sustainability in Morocco since 2011. With handcrafted, fair trade products, it empowers women, supports local communities, and advocates for environmental protection. A shining example of social responsibility and cultural preservation.

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    ABURY Foundation: A Journey to Promote Education, Culture, and Sustainability

    The ABURY Foundation, founded by Andrea Bury, has been active since 2011 in Marrakesh and the community of Douar Anzal in the Atlas Mountains, Morocco. The organization combines social responsibility with cultural preservation and sustainable development.

    Key Products and Services

    ABURY is a Berlin-based social enterprise specializing in the production and distribution of handmade, fair trade accessories and interior design products from Marrakesh. The product range includes sustainable and handmade bags, interior design elements, and other artisanal items[5].

    Main Mission and Values

    The main mission of the ABURY Foundation is to empower women, promote education, and revive culture and craftsmanship. The organization is particularly committed to gender equality and works to provide women with the opportunity to lead self-determined lives. Education, intercultural exchange, and support for local communities are central values of the organization[2][4].

    Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

    The ABURY Foundation has launched a variety of initiatives to achieve its sustainability goals:

    • Education and Literacy: The organization has established a training center for young women, where traditional leather embroidery and other craft skills are taught. Additionally, a literacy program has been established in the village of Douar Anzal to combat the high illiteracy rate among women[2].
    • Preschool Education: Due to the lack of preschool education in the region, the ABURY Foundation has founded a preschool to better prepare children for school[2].
    • Environmental Protection: The initiative “Keep Your Village Clean!” raises awareness among children and adults about environmental protection and sustainability through lessons and joint litter collection actions. Furthermore, in collaboration with ENGINEERS WITHOUT BORDERS, a well with an environmentally friendly solar pump has been built in the village of Douar Anzal to improve drinking water supply[2].
    • Community Development: Through projects such as the intercultural project week with the organization PENCILS FOR KIDS and the construction of a sports field by Marcus Lehman, social cohesion and the development of the local community are promoted[2].

    Current Developments

    In 2022, Petra Hoffmann, an experienced expert in hospitality and refugee assistance, joined the ABURY Foundation and the ABURY Impact Lab as a partner of Andrea Bury. This partnership further strengthens the organization's capacities in the areas of education and community development[2].

    The ABURY Foundation remains a shining example of the combination of social responsibility, cultural preservation, and sustainable development, and its work has already had significant positive impacts on communities in Morocco.

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