"When I earn with my own hands, I feel like I can finally breathe. Before, I had nothing but fear of tomorrow. Now, I can feed my children without waiting for someone to give me food. This is my pride."
Masuma, Rohingya artisan, Bangladesh
Masuma fled Myanmar with her family and arrived in Cox’s Bazar with nothing but the clothes she carried. Dependent on aid, she struggled to provide for her children. After joining Bibia’s training program, she learned tailoring and craftwork, and today she earns a fair wage for every product she makes. For the first time, she feels in control of her future and proud to support her family with her own work.
"Before, I felt useless because I could not support my family. Now, when I stitch, I know I am building something for them. My children don’t ask for things I cannot give anymore. That makes my heart light."
Jorina, Rohingya artisan, Bangladesh
Jorina lost her home in Myanmar and has lived in the refugee camp for years. With no skills or income, she once relied entirely on relief distributions. Through Bibia’s artisan training, she developed strong sewing skills and now contributes steadily to her household income. Her work gives her dignity, her children comfort, and her community an example of resilience.
"The first time I was paid for my work, I cried. It was not just money — it was respect. People now know me as a woman who can make something beautiful. That feeling cannot be taken away."
Mahmuda, Rohingya artisan, Bangladesh
Mahmuda spent years feeling invisible in the camp, her life defined by loss. Everything changed when she joined Bibia’s program and discovered her talent for embroidery and jute crafts. Earning a fair wage brought her not only independence but also respect from her family and neighbors. Today, she stands proudly as a skilled artisan, her creations reaching people far beyond the camp.
"I never believed my hands could carry me forward. Now, every stitch I make feels like a step into a better life. I may live in a camp, but my work travels to the world. That makes me feel seen."
Ashia, Rohingya artisan, Bangladesh
Ashia’s journey from Myanmar left her with deep scars of loss and uncertainty. In Bangladesh, she found hope again through Bibia’s training center, where she mastered tailoring and craft design. By earning her own wages, she is able to buy food, clothes, and school supplies for her children. Ashia takes pride in knowing that her handmade products are valued by people across the world.
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Our Story
Where Hope Meets Craft
Bibia was born from the strength of Rohingya women who refused to let their stories be silenced. In the refugee camps of Cox’s Bazar and Bhasan Char, they weave dignity into every stitch, turning hardship into beauty. Each creation carries the warmth of tradition, the resilience of survival, and the hope of a better tomorrow.
By Choosing Bibia, You Don’t Just Buy a Product; You Carry a Piece of Their Journey, Their Culture, and Their Dreams.
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Tote Bag – Un-Laminated Union Jute Cotton Fabric
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Material: Un-laminated Union Jute Cotton Fabric (Multi Print)
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Size: 16.5 x 13.5 inches
As Bibia products are handmade by refugee artisans, slight variations in colour, weave, or finish may occur. These natural differences are part of the unique character and authenticity of each piece.
Our artisans are mothers, daughters, and dreamers. Through Bibia, their skills blossom into self-reliance, and their stories travel the world.
Sustainability & Purpose
Eco-Friendly Materials
Made with natural fibers like jute and cotton.
Women Empowerment
Creating dignified income for refugee women.
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REFUGEE-MADE
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ETHICAL FASHION
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ECO-FRIENDLY
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PURPOSE-DRIVEN
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ARTISAN-MADE
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HIGH QUALITY COTTON
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JUTE PRODUCTS