Pull on your PUNJAMMIE™ Party Pizzazz!
Looking for a practical, fun way that you can help spread the word about International Princess™ Project?
Host a PUNJAMMIE™ Party!
A PUNJAMMIE™ Party is a gathering of friends and acquaintances, who would like to know more about the reality of human trafficking and what they can do to help ease the suffering of its victims in India. Guests are empowered with knowledge of the reality of forced prostitution, the opportunity to provide hope for its victims through purchasing PUNJAMMIES™, and the chance to get involved further in the many opportunities International Princess™ Project provides.
We need your help to spread the word and sell PUNJAMMIES™! Please contact us at for more information on hosting a party.
Thank you for supporting International Princess™ Project!
Posted on Mar 04, 2009
New PUNJAMMIES™ Available Now
New PUNJAMMIES™ are on our online store! Please visit our website at http://www.punjammies.com to check out the re-stock of the popular styles Seema and Nanu. Both styles have been startlingly popular. They capture the vivacity of India in their vibrant red and rich green tones. Sizes XS-XXL are available.
Many of our supporters have noticed that we are low on the inventory of our larger sizes of PUNJAMMIES™. So many people support the rehabilitation of our women in India, that the demand for the PUNJAMMIES™ they make surpasses our supply. We are thrilled at the prospect of helping many other young women discover a new life! Like any young organization, we are working on ironing out a few wrinkles in the production process and hope to be producing many more PUNJAMMIES™ in the next several months. Please keep checking back for updates, and feel free to contact us anytime!
Thank you for supporting International Princess™ Project!
Posted on Feb 25, 2009
Local Child Prostitution
This morning a quick survey of Yahoo news displayed the following headline: "FBI, police rescue child prostitutes around US". Apparantly, the FBI, with collaboration from many different police forces and district attorneys offices (including some in Southern California, where IPP is headquartered) rescued 48 suspected teenage prostitutes, some of whom were as young as 13 (associated press). They also arrested many people in conjunction with prostitution rings around the country.
Part of IPP's mission is to "Advocate for women and children forced into prostitution". It is a good reminder for everyone that child prostitution and sex trafficking are not only issues in India, or other third world countries. They are happening under our very noses in America as well. If you would like to learn more about Operation Cross County, a broader federal initiative launched in 2003 to crack down on the sexual exploitation of children, check out http://www.fbi.gov for more information.
Posted on Feb 24, 2009
Slumdog Millionaire
Every year when “Oscar” time rolls around, there seems to be one little independent movie that enthralls critics and charms audiences. We are thrilled that this year that movie is Slumdog Millionaire. Not a big-budget thriller or period drama starring an A-list actor, the story of Jamal’s life slums of Mumbai is heart-wrenching and charming at the same time.
With a fairy-tale ending and even a Bollywood-style dance number at the end, it’s no wonder audiences love it. We also loved it because it put Mumbai, a city in our thoughts and prayers daily, on the big screen, front and center for millions to see.
Pretty and charming as a girl, the heroine, Latika begins as an orphan girl who bands together with Jamal and his brother for survival. Her story takes a dark turn as she is thrust into Mumbai’s red-light district, forced begin the life of a child prostitute.
Although Latika is fictional, her story gives voice to the voiceless hundreds of thousands of girls in India and millions worldwide for whom the horror of her story is real. Many of them start like Latika, orphaned and living on the street, just wanting to eat and find a shelter from the rain, picked up by corrupt gang leaders who prostitute children and inflict unspeakable terror on them.
Much to audience’s joy, Latika’s story has a happy ending. We believe there can be a happy ending - or beginning - for thousands more girls living in the brothels of Mumbai. We have had the privilege of seeing the faces of girls who are finding their dignity again, as they live free, learn a trade and begin to support themselves financially and emotionally. Redemption happens in real girls’ lives, and we work in hope that it continues to happen every day in our little IPP sewing centers in Mumbai and Southern India - one “Latika” at a time.
Posted on Feb 12, 2009
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Bombay Nights in Pictures
Many thanks to all who contributed to the lovely night we enjoyed together at the International Princess Project inaugural gala, Bombay Nights. For those of you who were not able to attend, here is a little peek into all of the fun.
Live performances from NDM "Hollywood's favorite Bollywood Dance Troupe"
Henna tattoos courtesy of Ziba Beauty were a highlight for many
Fabulous silent auction items during a stunning sunset
Friends old and new hear the story of IPP - the voices of the voiceless
More fun than we could have imagined! Thank you for joining us!
In addition, photographer Marc Weisberg was gracious enough to display a host of lovely photos of the evening on his blog: www.marcweisberg.com Enjoy!
Posted on Oct 07, 2008
Freeset Bags
In business for freedom - we love Freeset bags and all that they stand for. Check them out >> http://www.freesetbags.com Posted on Sep 13, 2008
New Sewing Center Facility Opens Welcoming Growth at Ashagram
IPP’s first sewing center, Ashagram, has expanded into a brand new facility on the beautiful campus outside of Mumbai, India! This facility allows the thriving sewing center to move from cramped temporary quarters into a more spacious facility. There will now be plenty of room for the IPP seamstresses to measure fabric, create patterns and craft Punjammies™. Each step in the process is a part of re-building the self-worth of young women one stitch at a time.
Together with our partner in Mumbai and the generous contributions of IPP supporters, we were honored to be a part of the opening of this fabulous center in August. The new facility increases capacity to teach even more women the trade of sewing, a high-quality, sustainable skill. The space allows for better quality control, more organized processes, and ultimately a better education for the women who learn and grow there.
Posted on Sep 13, 2008
