Nomi Network has such a powerful story and mission, helping victims and those at risk of human trafficking in India and Cambodia by giving these women the tools and skills they need to be financially independent. Cannot recommend getting involved in this organization enough!
Nomi Network is a great organization that empowers women and fights against human trafficking through the sale of their ethically made products from the very women in their programs. Their customer service is highly praised and they seek to continually educate beyond just the transaction-- a refreshing change in this age of fast fashion and consumerism.
Working with Nomi Network had been an incredible blessing to my life. They are a truly a team that are rare to come around. They Are so focus on their vision and genuinely care for the work that they do in fighting human trafficking. You could you could visibly experience this in how they immerse themselves in their work and their zeal in when they speak about their work. When asked they first get into why they do what they do before even getting into what they do. Its a personal value. Then the unity of how they work as a team is just incredible. As if it could not get any better, when volunteering for them, they make you feel part of the team, they invest in getting to know you, they have an amazing ability at identifying abilities and capabilities, they are patient when teaching, and when teaching they take the time to teach in the way that an individual learns based on the task extended to be done. It was already an honor for me to work for Nomi Network because I have a zeal to fight human trafficking but I am just completely impressed that with working with the team, they build you up as an individual in the same way Nomi Network is invested in building the team in Cambodia and India. Working with Nomi Network has been a life changing experience for me.
Nomi has a very thoughtful approach that respects the dignity, and autonomy, of those who are in their programs. They offer a holistic approach so that the family is positively impacted, as well, breaking the generational poverty cycle.
Nomi products are cute, stylish, and last! I still have bags and clothing items that I got years ago that work well. I appreciate they use recycled materials, whenever possible. It makes it easy to choose presents for friends and family since you support a good cause while providing something they will cherish.
Their team is so passionate, talented, and creative! I've worked with them as a volunteer in a number of capacities and it is a delight to serve with them.
Nomi Network cares deeply about ending slavery and human trafficking by creating economic empowerment. Their board, leadership, team members and volunteers have a collaborative approach to philanthropy by creating partnerships and expanding its network with donors, employers, social enterprises, local organizations that believes in its mission and supporting the Nomi women and girls. By providing safe and sustainable economic opportunities, Nomi Network helps to transform and empower women to rewrite their narrative for future generations and to start a new legacy free from slavery.
We love working with NOMI! They are doing an amazing job helping women and bringing awareness to all about human trafficking. Great job Nomi Network!
I have supported Nomi Network for over 3 years now. I am continually impressed by the leadership team and the organization’s adherence to advancing its mission. I also own and have gifted many of the high-quality products made by the women that have gone through the programs.
I have been following Nomi Network for 10 years since they started. They are a small amazing group that is 150% dedicated to their cause. They have made a difference in countless women’s lives.
I've been involved with Nomi Network for 1 year now and was drawn to their cause from the start. They carve out a unique space within the industry by trying to solve the root cause versus treating the symptoms of human trafficking. This is all underpinned by the incredibly kind, passionate, and focused individuals that make up the NN team. It's been a privilege to serve on their Young Professional Board and contribute to their problem solving. Making new connections and forging new friendships has been an added bonus. The creativity they put into fundraising and their programs should be commended and I hope to do all I can to raise their brand awareness.
Nomi Network is committed and effective in using the power of the global market to empower women! I had the privilege of attending their Cambodia Vision Trip where I visited their office and met women participating or who had participated in their programs or the programs of their partner organizations. They are making a big difference on the ground to empower and provide resources and classes to women who would otherwise be forced into bad situations. I was also able to intern and see the ins and outs of the organizational aspects of the nonprofit!
Nomi is an innovative non-profit that provides life changing opportunities for survivors of trafficking in India and Cambodia. They provide workforce and life skills for the women they serve, connect them to jobs, and help companies with responsible sourcing. They also help raise awareness of the issue to ensure all people understand the urgency around it, and how to help. They are uniquely successful in each of these areas, and serve as a model to other non-profits in the field and around the world.
I have known Diana for roughly 6 years now and have loved seeing the growth Nomi has gone through. A while back, I was able to travel to India and see the work this non-profit does, first hand. It was truly incredible and impactful on all fronts. I can't wait to see where the next 6 years takes them!
I can’t recommend Nomi highly enough. It’s impact and work on human trafficking and women’s empowerment are second to none. Phenomenal nonprofit.
Nomi network is not only a non-profit with a genuine cause, but an inspiring organization. Nomi network's commitment to their cause and the way in which they promote awareness has opened the eyes of many to the existence an harms of human trafficking. The way this company creates economic opportunities for survivors of human trafficking, and those at risk, is undoubtedly one of the main reasons Nomi network is one of the greatest non profit organizations around.
Nomi Network had been on my radar for a while now as an organization that not only has fashionable goods, but an incredible cause. I love what they do and I love how they do it. If you are looking for a volunteer opportunity go here! The people at Nomi Network are honest, hard working and passionate women and men fighting for one of life's greatest tragedies.
I saw the Nomi Network table at a concert and was drawn in by their cool front pocket T shirts. When i learned of their vision and mission I couldnt help but fall in love! Great cause that I fully support! The staff were sweet and helpful and explaining the non profit and I enjoyed my expierence at the Nomi table.
I had no idea about the Nomi Network until my wife bought a computer bag from them. She told me their cause and the help they provide to women escaping the chains of modern day slavery and trafficking. I was happy to hear the great services provided and am a proud supporter of the work the Nomi Network does. They provode a voice to the voiceless and give faces to numbers.
This is the most incredible non-profit helping the women and girls in Cambodia and India. The best part about the organization is that they include all new volunteers and really educate them about the cause and make them feel like they are a part of the solution.
I learned of Nomi Network through a volunteer opportunity. The staff there is amazing, they are so dedicated to creating jobs in India and Cambodia to prevent and end Human Trafficking. Human Trafficking is a much bigger problem then most people realize. The staff at Nomi Network helps to create awareness for their cause and create economic opportunities for women and children at risk.
In 2009, a friend mentioned that her roommate was an anti-sex trafficking activist and was forming a non-profit organization to do work in Cambodia. Coincidentally, I had been keeping my eyes and ears open for a charitable organization with which to volunteer. Upon eventually meeting all of the leaders in the organization, it was quite striking to see such highly motivated and talented people with pure intention. They are a pleasure to volunteer for. As part of my work as a volunteer, I have also learned enormously about the social issues and cultures they deal with.
I was at a Nexus event in NYC when I first met Diana and saw her speak impassionedly about Nomi and the work they do to fight human trafficking. I was determined to meet her, and moved to volunteer to help in any way that I could. Instead of just throwing money at the problem, they empower victims and at-risk individuals with knowledge and skills that change their lives dramatically. Not only are they fighting the good fight in service of an important cause, but they're doing it in the smartest, most thoughtful way possible. In a time when more and more companies are using their product sales to do good, Nomi shines as an example of how businesses--both nonprofit and for-profit--can and should operate.
I first heard about Nomi Network through a design competition at my university. We were asked to design a capsule collection using the recycled rice bag material used in the Buy Her Bag Not Her Body line. I found the challenge inspiring, and was fortunate enough to be selected as the winner. I reached out to volunteer with Nomi after learning more about the amazing work they were doing in Cambodia and Bihar, India. The founders have such drive and true passion for what they do, which is so rarely seen in the fashion industry. Volunteering with them has been an extremely valuable experience. They are a shining example of how a non profit can make life changing impact. The organization raises awareness about sex trafficking, but also proposes a real solution with training and skill building for a global market. Nomi really has grown a network of dedicated individuals that together can fight to end modern day slavery.
My dear friend helped start this non-profit as her way of putting words in action & boy did she. Empowering women to build their own self worth & financial stability is the most life changing thing that could happen to not only these women of Cambodia & India but hopefully eventually one day, the entire human race. Inspiring women to help change their own lives, lives of others & the forever of many girls is so radically important the vision Nomi Network has will change the world. Engaging the developed world to support these women is the most logical, smart endeavor Diana and her team could have presented us with. More than applause for the action but a giant leap of support should follow an organization so impactful.
I learned about Nomi through its founders. They are an inspiring group of people who who seek to combat and eliminate human and sex trafficking. Through their different programs, including one in India, women are educated and given tools to have other means of employment. Love for these victims is motivation behind every single decision made and, because of that, I have no doubt that this organization will succeed in their fight. What began as a small school assignment has become life-changing opportunities to suffering women all over the world.
I learned about Nomi through its founder. Over the years I have continued to be impressed with her commitment to her faith, sacrificial love for victims of slavery and dedication to a God-driven way to freedom. I am confident that under her leadership Nomi will grow as a force against oppression for those who need it most.
I met Nomi's founder while I was working for an anti-trafficking organization in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. She impressed me as someone who is not only compassionate, but also disciplined, focused, and driven. In the last four years, I have seen the organization grow in vision, depth and scope. I love Nomi's mission, which provides hope for women as it builds economies, educates consumers and builds anti-trafficking partnerships around the world. I'm proud to have played a tiny role in this organization's invaluable work.
Nomi Network has been tremendously successful in the fight against human and sex trafficking. Eliminating sex trafficking and rehabilitating trafficked victims is complex and difficult; yet, Nomi has proven this to be possible. Through their Buy Her Bag Not Her Body campaign, Nomi trains, educates and creates jobs for both survivors and women at risk of becoming sex trafficked, while they also bring global awareness to the business of sex trafficking. As a volunteer, I fully support Nomi's vision, mission and efforts as they fight to break the vicious cycle of human trafficking.
One of the founding members of Nomi Network used to intern for me in 2007. We lost touch but through the power of social media, we reconnected in 2009 which was when she started on this amazing organization. I first began as a volunteer and helped with their first award ceremony. I was so excited about Nomi's mission that it wasn't hard to get my network to purchase tickets and donate. The mission spoke for itself. Also, what's unique about Nomi is that it is a synergy of ideas and methods which aren't commonly used. They provide economic opportunities for survivors and woman at risk of human trafficking by giving them skills so that they can make products for global market; thereby earning an income to support their family! The most important part of Nomi's concept is that it is not handing out money to survivors or woman at risk. They are earning it. Nomi is teaching them job and leadership skills so they can change their lives. "you give a man a fish, he will life for a day. if you teach a man to fish, he will be fed for a lifetime." this is the essence of Nomi's work. When asked to join Nomi's Board, I thought about the abovementioned phrase and said, I am on board to teach these women a way to feed themselves and their families for the rest of their lives. Nomi has moved on from being a fully volunteer organization to couple of paid staff. We have a long way to go. We need to build up our staff capacity so we can help even more people in the anti-human trafficking arena. studies have shown that if you invest in the livelihood of women, they will reinvest in the community, which causes a positive ripple effect. I look forward to working with Nomi for many years to come and I invite all those who are interested in this amazing cause to join us in this important movement to end modern day slavery.
I heard about Nomi Network through a friend and immediately was drawn to learn more about how Nomi works to fight against human trafficking. I decided to take a quarter off of school to intern with Nomi and have absolutely loved working with all the staff and volunteers here. Love is Nomi Network's true motivation in all the hard work done to provide opportunities for survivors and women at risk of human trafficking. Seeing beautiful smiles of women who have graduated from the India Program is such a testimony to the life changing and empowering programs Nomi Network provides.
I was introduced to Nomi Network by my niece who traveled with them to Cambodia to work with women who are survivors and at risk of trafficking. She came back with stories of how lives where changed and hope was instilled in the women who are being helped by Nomi, despite the enormous challenges. I have been so impressed with the founders passion and determination to make a difference in the lives of the women whose voice has been stolen from them. They have already done great work by employing women and giving them income so they can gain control of their lives - this, while the founders carried their own full time jobs. They are now getting enough funding to begin leaving their jobs to work full time for Nomi. I know they will now grow Nomi even further and help significantly more women avoid the horrors of slavery. I love the products and carry my Nomi bag proudly knowing it is a product that helps lives - and I get compliments on it which gives me the opportunity to share the mission. Nomi needs to focus more on sales so they can get their products into stores. That will be helped by consumers asking stores to carry the Nomi products. This organization doesn't just give the women a fish, it teaches them to fish and that means lasting change for their lives and the lives of their children.
I am a Social worker and have 4.5 years of experience in development sector specially i worked with the trafficked and vulnerable women of Bihar. I met Nomi Network people at Forbeshganj, Araria district of Bihar, and I was very happy to see that at least these young women from US came here to change the life of the trafficked/vulnerable women by providing them Vocational Education Training Program. Good work and hats off for this team.
I am a volunteer for Nomi, helping with fundraising. I really enjoy helping to identify possible funding sources for this extraordinary organization that aims to provide economic opportunities for survivors of human trafficking. I am inspired by the dedicated women who have founded this non profit. Their commitment is most impressive. I am excited to get more involved and to see this unique organization grow!
I write for the Nomi Network Blog! I love writing stories for this amazing group of women and men dedicated to fighting for the women and girls in the international sex trade. I love their innovative strategies, their dream-big hearts, and their hope-infused dedication at every level. Looking forward to the future and the many lives changed because of Nomi!! Sincerely, Rajdeep Paulus
I currently work as a volunteer at Nomi. The goal of Nomi is to help survivors and those at risk of sex trafficking by giving them skills and other employment opportunities. This is a cause that really touches me. I think that Nomi does a good job even though it is a small charity which does not have a lot of funding. I find the leadership to be extremely committed and enthusiastic about the organization. Most of them have been involved since it started and have made significant personal and financial sacrifices to be part of the organization. As a small charity, it still has some areas where more expertise are needed, but as it grows it will be able to employ people to fill the gaps. Earlier in the year I held a home party for Nomi. It was a good experience and I think such events are crucial in spreading awareness.