Norma Marisela
A loan of $550 helps to by dresses, leggings, shorts, blouses, shirts, pants, sets for boys and girls, jeans, etc.
Norma Marisela's story
Norma Marisela and her family live in Montecristi, which stands out for its artisan products made with "toquilla" straw, wicker, "piquigua" [a tropical plant used for weaving], and wood. The hats made with toquilla straw, known around the world as Panama Hats, are recognized throughout the country and beyond.
Norma Marisela in her free time sells a variety of clothing for women, men, and children. She visits her customers, going house to house. She sells on credit and charges weekly. Her mother helps her with the sales. She sells through social networks and WhatsApp and does home deliveries throughout the city.
This loan is to by dresses, leggings, shorts, blouses, shirts, pants, sets for boys and girls, jeans, etc.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Alix F. View original language description.