Kumaon Region, India: Avani is a voluntary organization working in the middle ranges of the Himalayas in Uttaranchai in northern India. Established in 1997 as the Kumoan branch of the Social Work and Research Center, also known as the Barefoot College, Avani was formally registered in 1999 as an independent organization operating with these "barefoot" principles of community-based, sustainable development.
Avani aims at the creation of village-based livelihood opportunities utilizing appropriate technologies like solar energy for household lighting systems, rain water harvesting systems for drinking water, eco-friendly initiatives such as organic farming and environmental education, and the introduction of seri-culture for production of wild silk yarns and textiles.
All of Avani's scarves and wraps are handwoven from raw, wild silk in the Himalayan region of northern India and naturally dyed. The subtle colors with flecks of frosted gold adds an effortless elegance to any ensemble.
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