Freedom Project

The Abi Ferrin team seeks not only to dress their clientele but also to empower them. From Nepal to Texas, women are working together to improve the quality of life for themselves, their families and their communities. The idea was born through the vision of Abi's sister, Kelly, who has dedicated her life to humanitarian efforts worldwide, focusing primarily on impoverished and at - risk women and children. Inspired by her sister’s work, Abi decided to incorporate this commitment into the Abi Ferrin Inc. business model by commissioning disenfranchised women from around the world to contribute to every piece sold from the Abi Ferrin collection, helping to restore their dignity and give them an income. Abi Ferrin’s design collaboration began with the Guardian Village, a non-profit organization in an impoverished region of Nepal and has since expanded to also working with Sak Saum in Cambodia. Both organizations counsel, train, and shelter women rescued from the sex trade and other abusive situations. Through rehabilitation, fair pay, and training in their craft, a safe environment is created where they can live and build a sustainable life through their own efforts and accomplishments. The micro-businesses created from the collaboration also fund foster care and quality education for children rescued from slavery, prostitution, and other abusive environments. Each Abi Ferrin design is enhanced with a special handcrafted button, toggle, or other embellishment, hand-made by the women of the Freedom Project.

The Abi Ferrin team seeks to empower their customer not only by helping her look her best, but also by knowing her fashion choices are helping less fortunate women across the globe. While the custom made adornments add aesthetic value to the garment, they also represent a symbol of the wearer's commitment to the global community. This is an avenue that opens the door for the consumer to invest in more than great fashion. The hope is that the woven details in the collection along with information provided about The Freedom Project will ignite awareness and attention to global issues. Every time she steps into her Abi Ferrin garment, she will be reminded that she can in fact contribute to the well-being of others and continue to participate in this fashionable calling.