Taller de Solidaridad

Social justice and women's rights

Taller de Solidaridad (TdS) is a development-cooperation nonprofit founded in connection with the Congregation of the Sisters of Saint Joseph. It works to advance social justice, protect dignity, and improve living conditions for women and vulnerable communities in countries of the Global South, with gender equality woven through its work.

History and reach

The organization has operated since 2001. According to its own figures, it has worked in 13 countries, supported 200 projects, and reached more than 216,000 people. In Spain, it runs public-awareness and fair-trade initiatives through volunteers and reports a presence in 15 cities. Its figures include 186 members, 124 volunteers, and support for more than 30 international volunteer placements.

Areas of work

• Education for citizenship and awareness of gender equality.
• Support for women entrepreneurs and women's economic independence.
• Fair trade and responsible consumption.
• Development-cooperation projects in countries of the Global South.
• Volunteering and collaboration with other organizations.

Featured initiatives

The organization runs micro-donation campaigns for specific projects led by women entrepreneurs, such as expanding a sewing workshop, offering pastry training, or opening a boutique. It has published a book of stories about Spanish women athletes and an educational guide for sports clubs. It has also created a virtual photo exhibition about women entrepreneurs in Peru, Bolivia, Nicaragua, Colombia, and Spain. In addition, it offers a free WhatsApp course on designing sustainable business ventures.

Ways to get involved

People can become members, donate, shop ethically, volunteer, or build partnerships through businesses and schools.

Contact

Address: 46 Lope de Rueda, Unit 2E, 28009 Madrid, Spain. Phone: +34 91 535 95 58. Email: info@tallerdesolidaridad.org. Website: tallerdesolidaridad.org.