The Way of Tea and Justice Book + Moringa Tea
Rescuing the World's Favorite Beverage from its Violent History.
By Becca Stevens
While tea has helped usher in economic and spiritual growth in its 3,500 year history, it has also been part of the oppression of women. It’s tied to the mission of Thistle Farms through the stories of the oldest forms of human trafficking, trading of opiates in China, and sexual violence in the fields of India.
But tea has a noble story too, as its rituals and symbolism are great companions for cultivating justice. Whether being dumped into a harbor, served by Gandhi as he negotiated freedom, or fundraising for the Women’s Suffrage Movement, tea has played a part in every revolution since the 1700s. Tea creates an environment of rituals, offering dignity and creating dialogue.
As you read, enjoy a cup of Pure Moringa Tea, grown and harvested by women survivors in Mexico working to end the cycle of violence and vulnerability of generational poverty. Deeply healing and nourishing, Moringa is filled with proteins, antioxidants and vitamins. May it sustain and strengthen us for the work that lays ahead.
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Effective Jan 1, 2019
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Meet the Artisans
Moringa Madres
Moringa is known worldwide for its astounding health benefits, but is becoming newly popularized in Western culture. Moringa Madres (spanish for "mother"), is a social justice enterprise employing survivors who grow, harvest and sell the nutrient-rich leaf to gain economic freedom for their families.
Each purchase of Moringa Madres tea provides financial empowerement and independence for women, in addition to incredible health benefits for your body and soul!
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Shared Trade
A network of social enterprises addressing sexual exploitation, trafficking, and extreme poverty in 21 countries around the world.
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