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Health Camps for weavers' communities in rural India

2011-12-04T22:07:00.001-08:00

Health Camps for weavers' communities in rural India

JAIPUR & its partners offer regular free medical services to villagers below poverty line

Sunday, 13^th November 2011, JAIPUR Rugs Foundation (JRF) and SMD Hospital, one of the biggest private hospitals in the capital of Rajasthan state, have organized a one-day health camp in Maid village near Jaipur city and have assisted more than 500 poor people with free medical services.

More than 1000 people present in the camp, 15 doctors and health professional volunteers and 501 poor people who were offered more than eight types of medical services: this was the impact of the third health camp organized in 2011 by JAIPUR Rugs Foundation and two of its partners: Jaipur Rugs Company and SMD Hospital. 200 of the patients who received free medicines, token cards for free chirurgical interventions or medical consultations were JAIPUR weavers which craft high-quality rugs and carpets for home makers in 25 countries.

“JAIPUR's mission is to empower artisans in the carpet industry while connecting them with global markets through high-quality products they create, but for this empowerment to be sustainable, in the reality of rural communities, there is first a need to improve the quality of life of people living in rural India. This health camp is part of JAIPUR's efforts to improve the socio-economic status of the artisans through partnering with stakeholders for educational, health or rural development programs.” explains Yogesh Chaudhary, Director at JAIPUR.

JRF is taking support from its stakeholders to organize 3-6 health camps a year for villagers below poverty line who don`t have access to proper medical services and are living in the communities of the 40,000 artisans of JAIPUR. One month prior to each health camp, JRF deploys dedicated staff to visit each and every house in the village where the camp is going to be organized in order to extract the details of the patients and to create awareness in the local language.

Jaipur Rugs’ new launch, ‘Jaipur Rural Tours...…back to basics’

2010-10-08T03:24:00.000-07:00

Jaipur Rugs Company is a globally recognized manufacturer and exporter of rugs and carpets, embellishing the world with its exquisite creations since three decades. Company’s new venture is turning to be the latest buzz in the tourism industry. Jaipur Rural Tours (JRT) is a company launched with a motive to bestow the travelers a sojourn that is one of its kinds. We all are familiar with the number of tour operators and packages prevailing in the market, providing all fancy packages. These extremely target on facilitating the travelers with accommodations, food and activities like sightseeing, animal ride, etc. What they actually lack is, that true practical experience, which one can feel being at a beautiful ethnic village.

Mr. N.K. Chaudhary, Chairman & Managing Director of Jaipur Rugs, is fond of rich and rural culture of Rajasthan villages and is constantly striving to upgrade the deprived communities. He believes with such an exposure one can be a part of heritage and traditions intact in villages.

Jaipur Rural Tours…back to basics is conceived to let travelers experience the authentic village activities. Observing the manufacturing process is far more beyond than performing the same. Over here at Narhet along with the JRT team one can actually participate in making mud pots, handicraft items, rugs, etc.

Narhet village, Thanagazi block of Alwar district, Rajasthan, boasts an interesting history of more than 500 years, situated at a distance of about 60 km from Jaipur. It lays on Jaipur-Delhi highway, surrounded with Aravallis, one hour ride and you are there to relish a mesmerizing stay. The village is all set with basic amenities and loaded with a number of things to do. Through this venture, tourists and visitors can be facilitated to visit many authentic villages of Rajasthan, filled with aromas of charcoal fumes, combined with camel caravans and enthralling performances by traditional dancers and singers.
Jaipur Rural Tours mission’s to extend the reach and benefit travelers by enriching their visit with rich glorious culture of rural Rajasthan, benefiting a closer encounter.

URL: www.jaipurruraltours.com

Federating carpet weaving micro entrepreneurs into a producer company

2010-09-22T23:11:00.001-07:00

Visit : http://www.changemakers.com/node/90622

Carpet encyclopedia

2008-10-24T04:38:00.001-07:00

An extension of the carpet world Jaipur: A brand new carpet encyclopedia has been sponsored by Jaipur Rugs. Easy to navigate and a user-friendly interface, the portal has been compiled by Carpets & Rugs Pedia. The encyclopedia covers various topics such as carpet history, types of carpets, cleaning and maintenance tips, manufacturing processes, various carpet publications, gallery and many more.
For more details log on to www.carpetandrugpedia.com

THINK GLOBAL, SPEAK LOCAL

2008-07-24T02:37:00.000-07:00

THINK GLOBAL, SPEAK LOCAL

Jaipur Reaches Out in 12 Different Languages

Jaipur, Rajasthan- 22^nd July, 2008: Jaipur Rugs Company Pvt. Ltd, a leading manufacturer and exporter of hand-knotted rugs in the international market, has launched its website in twelve different languages, thus catering to a wider audience of various countries. “We have our future plans to spread across the globe. For years, we have had an overwhelming response of our customers and buyers from various countries. Through this launch we can provide better accessibility and reach to our target audience,” says Yogesh Chaudhary, Director of Jaipur Rugs Company Pvt. Ltd. The website has been translated in Danish, Dutch, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal), Spanish and Russian. The website encompasses all information required by any buyer to know about the company, its quality products, various tips on carpet caring, history and origin of carpets and carpet encyclopedia. From product catalogue to enquiries, these websites are a sure must for inquisitive buyers.

For further information, visit us at:

Danish	www.jaipurrugs.net/dk
Dutch	www.jaipurrugs.net/nl
French	www.jaipurrugs.net/fr
German	www.jaipurrugs.net/de
Greek	www.jaipurrugs.net/gr
Italian	www.jaipurrugs.net/it
Japanese	www.jaipurrugs.net/jp
Polish	www.jaipurrugs.net/pl
Portuguese	www.jaipurrugs.net/pt
Spanish	www.jaipurrugs.net/es
Russian	www.jaipurrugs.net/ru

ジャイプール・ラグズ基金

2008-06-18T01:50:00.000-07:00

ジャイプール・ラグズ基金 - Jaipur Rugs Foundation Japanese
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ジャイプール・ラグズ基金(Jaipur Rugs Foundation : JRF)はインド慈善信託法の基に2004年に設立されました。 JRFは伝統的な絨毯産業の育成を通じて、インド農村部を社会・経済の両面から発展させ、また同時に貧困を削減することを念頭において活動を行っております.
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JRFの歴史

ジャイプール・ラグズ基金は、絨毯の製造・輸出販売を行う「ジャイプール・ラグズ・カンパニー」の社会貢献事業として、２００４年に設立されたNPO財団です。アメリカ・ヨーロッパを中心にグローバルな市場を持つジャイプール・ラグズ・カンパニーによって、農村部の職工達によって織られた絨毯を確実に販売することができ、またそれにより適正な利益を職工達に還元することを可能にしています。創業者のNKチョウダリーは、絨毯産業に過去３５年従事してまいりました。彼の持つ「絨毯の職能教育を通じて、地域全体の社会的・経済的発展をサポートする」という理念の基、我々は事業を拡大させつつ、様々な分野に活動の手を広げています

　
• JRFは、農村部の職工達が彼らに不利な条件下で仕事をしていることに気づき、活動を始めました。

• JRFは様々なプログラムを通じて、地域に残る貧困の根を取り除く活動をしていおります。

• JRFのプログラムを通じて様々なパートナー機関が我々のプログラムに協力し、共に共通の課題である貧困撲滅、生活水準の向上等に取り組んでおります。

www.jaipurrugs.org/jp

Now Jaipur Rugs Company pvt. Ltd. ISO 9001:2000 certified

2008-06-18T01:39:00.000-07:00

ISO 9001:2000 certification -Jaipur Rugs

Good News,,,,
Now Jaipur Rugs Company pvt. Ltd. ISO 9001:2000 certified

Exceptional quality products manufactured in an environment friendly manufacturing unit under the supervision of highly experienced quality checkers and skilled workers have helped Jaipur Rugs to attain the ISO 9000 / ISO 14000 and SA 8000 certification.

The company is dedicated to quality and continual improvement of both the customers and employees. High growth, efficiency, performance are the outcome of the quality system of the organization. Giving utmost importance to quality has paved the way towards quality products, efficient customer services and we have been able to go beyond the expectations of our clients.

We strictly adhere to international quality standards when it comes to reaching out to our discerning clientèles globally. Every procedure starting from the concept of the design to the execution, keeping in mind the intricate designs & texture, goes through immense endurance to deliver an ultimate artwork. The hand woven rugs & carpets made by human hands without the involvement of any machine assures the biggest guarantee of our quality, enabling us to make a beautiful creation like the striking hand-knotted, hand-tufted and flat woven designs.

Environmental
In order to provide the best quality products, best-in-class services, best customer services at the best prices, Jaipur Rugs has always strived towards creating a environmentally excellent company culture. Our aim is to attain fully integrated environmental culture and we have been successful in attaining this by following certain principles such as follows:

· Design products with the environment in mind

· Prevent waste and pollution

· Continually improve our performance

· Demonstrate responsibility to stakeholders

· Comply with the Law

Social Accountability
We provide all round development of all stakeholders with special emphasis on the economically and socially backward class of people of the society. We are committed to accomplish this by doing the following:

· We are developing health and safety management for our stakeholders.

· We very well know the rights of the employees and their freedom of association.

· We do not discriminate people on any ground.

· We provide fair remuneration on the basis of recognized job evaluation system.

· We ensure that no child or force labor exists in our company and with our suppliers.

http://www.jaipurrugsco.com/quality-rugs.html

Jaipur Rugs Foundation has launched new website in Japanese language for Our Japanese visitor...

2008-06-10T23:55:00.000-07:00

Jaipur Rugs Foundation has launched new website in Japanese language for Our Japanese visitor...

Jaipur Rugs Foundation has launched new website in Japanese language for Our Japanese visitor...

(ジャイプール・ラグズ基金はこの度、日本語版ウェブサイトを立ち上げました)

visit :- http://www.jaipurrugs.org/Jp/index.htm

Jaipur Rugs Trade fair Details Update…

2008-06-05T00:42:00.000-07:00

Jaipur Rugs Trade fair Details Update…

Hello our all visitors

We are very happy to share our upcoming trade fair participation details.

Please check and use best service…..

http://www.jaipurrugsco.com/trade-events.html

Atlanta International Area Rug Market
Date : July 13 - 16, 2008
Venue : Atlanta, Americas' Mart Bldg 1, Suite 3-C-15
Stall No : 3rd Floor C15
Opening Hours : Daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m
Website : http://www.americasmart.com

Las Vegas 2008
Date : July 28 - August 1, 2008
Venue : World Market Center Las Vegas 495 S Grand Central ParkwayLas Vegas, NV 89106
Stall No : Suite C-0824
Website : http://www.lasvegasmarket.com

India Carpet Expo
Date : October 17 - 20, 2008
Venue : Hotel Taj Ganges, Varanasi, India
Website : http://www.indiancarpets.com

High Point
Date : October 20 - 26, 2008
Venue : Showplace, Suite 3415
Website : http://www.highpointmarket.org

DOMOTEX HANNOVER 2009
Date : January 17 - 20, 2009
Venue : Exhibition Grounds, 30521 Hannover, Germany
Opening Hours : Daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m
Location : Hall 17, Stand C41
Website : http://www.domotex.de

JRF Scores on Google Page Rank

2008-04-30T02:45:00.000-07:00

Google is now running its latest Page Rank update. JRF’s website http://www.jaipurrugs.org has moved from a page rank of 0 to a page rank of 3 and other websites that we manage have also witnessed their page rank increase this morning. As noticed in the past, the update usually takes a couple of days to settle, so do not get too ecstatic because the Page Rank scores might still change. Regarding the rankings, I have not notice many big differences as the rankings’ changes usually take place over a larger period of time before and after the effective Page Rank change. The last Google Page Rank Update took place mid- January, just after one in October 2007. Based on the last three consecutive updates, I would suspect that Google actually proceed with the update every 3 to 4 months, which would bring the next one around July-August 2008.

Our updated website With PR
www.jaipurrugsco.com PR 3
www.jaipurrugs.org PR 3
www.jaipurrugs.com PR 3
www.jaipurrugs.net PR 1

Press release – Jaipur Rugs Foundation

2008-04-24T21:46:00.000-07:00

Jaipur Rugs Foundation (JRF) is a Not for-profit organization, registered in Public Trust Act, unveiled its new website www.jaipurrugs.org. This website is new outlook of foundation’s vision and mission. Unveiling the fresh website, Mr. Nand Kishore Chaudhary, Trustee of JRF Said “We always want To create, a society where equality, justice and peace prevail by providing equal opportunities in economic and social development.
“Finding yourself through losing yourself”

Jaipur Rugs Foundation is an initiative of Jaipur Rugs Company: JRF was founded in 2004 as a non profit foundation to promote and encourage the development of traditional manufacturing system of Indian Rugs Weavers Company Additionally, Helping them to boost production and reducing waste by using appropriate technology and effectiveness in the traditional system of manufacturing, they can achieve the global platform. Mr. N K Chaudhary, the chief promoter and founder of the institute dedicated his 35 years of experience in carpet business. Nowadays he shares his experiences by working with communities and developing practitioners through training programs and personal communications. He is involved in the corporate commitment for rural transformation.
New features of site:
http://www.jaipurrugs.org/news.htm
http://www.jaipurrugs.org/3-JRF_Article-One_Rug_One_Story-N.K._Chaudhary.htm
http://www.jaipurrugs.org/2-JRF_Article.htm
http://www.jaipurrugs.org/map.htm

Our Internal Links...

2008-04-22T23:35:00.000-07:00

http://www.jaipurrugs.org/ENGAGE.htm
http://www.jaipurrugs.org/Lets Weaver Dream.htm
http://www.jaipurrugs.org/Photo-gallery.htm
http://www.jaipurrugs.org/Trust.htm
http://www.jaipurrugs.org/activities.htm
http://www.jaipurrugs.org/Report & Development.htm

JRF- Working for Women Empowerment, Eradicating Social Injustices

2008-04-22T23:22:00.000-07:00

Simply creating carpets & rugs & making India a global champ in the home furnishing sector are not the only priorities that define the Jaipur Rugs role. Jaipur Rugs is one large family which considers its artisans, weavers & workers an integral part of this one big family. And, thus, the upliftment of these dedicated weavers is one of the topmost priorities of the company's development strategies.

To develop weavers and their family, Jaipur Rugs Company formed its social unit known as Jaipur Rugs Foundation in 2004. Jaipur Rugs Foundation is now involved in several economical and social programs of govt. and other agencies to uplift the quality of life of weavers & their families. We deals and works for the betterment of the carpet industry keeping the following goals in mind:

Work towards eradicating social injustices.
Increase the standard of living of the weavers.
Offering regular work & right payment.
Promotion of new designs as per the international demand so as to bring more work to the weavers thereby accelerating income and prosperity.
Working for the empowerment of women. Empowering women for us implies influencing strongly not only on their economic life (income and earning potential) but also their personal life (self-esteem and influence on family decisions). We give them equal priority on wage levels, participation in decision-making and labor standards.
Upliftment of the weavers' community by creation of facilities which enhance the efficiency of the weavers through carpet weaving which in turn lead to the economic growth of the industry.
Nurturing ancient legacies.
Enhancing the skill of the workers through training and exposure.
Non involvement of middlemen, making the weavers free from exploitation and under payment.
Promotion of research for new technology to bring the Indian carpet weaving industry closer to the international market.
Helping the weavers in becoming productive and contributing members of their communities.
Providing prospects for the overall personality development as health, education, including children's education etc.
Welfare schemes through microfinance which help the artisans get motivated for becoming financially sound and able to hold assets like their own looms.

JRF is dream of its founder Mr. N. K. Chaudhary, who worked along with rural artisans for 30 years. He firmly believes that each carpet is the aesthetic sense and inner feelings of artisans, which is their power of expression. At present JRF has ensured sustained livelihoods to 25000 artisans in wool reeling, dyeing, carpet weaving, repairing and many downstream jobs in the production chain. We constantly strive to link the livelihoods of poor with markets and to bring them in the mainstream. Today weavers need to understand end customer and vice versa.

Achievements:

· Sustained Livelihoods to 25000 artisans

· Our intervention has provided additional income of Rs18000/annum to each artisan.

· The capacity building programmers have developed skilled human resource, capable to meet global challenges.

· Local youths employed as service providers to mobilize, generate awareness, ensure quality control and deliver services to artisans.

· Women constitute 80% of total artisans. Hence, a greater space for women empowerment

· Another 30000 artisans can be employed for the work.

· Linkages of artisan for insurance, health, banking through ICICI Lombard, artisan Health cards, and access to banks has enabled us to mitigate risks of artisans.

· Assured buy back arrangement through Jaipur Rugs Co. Pvt. Ltd has given surge and sustainability to the clusters.

· Some local success stories from rural India have began to surface.

Weaving a large web- JRF

2008-04-03T23:37:00.000-07:00

Weaving a large web
How a man who learnt to weave with two looms in his compound in a small Rajasthan town built a country-wide network of 25,000 artisans in 8 states to build India’s largest hand-knotted carpets company.
Sixty-year-old Mr. Nand Kishore Chaudhary wakes up at 5am in the morning and takes stock of his supply chain. It consists of 25,000 artisans and 4000 looms spanning remote and sometimes notorious locations across 8 states in India. The looms are located in the yard of the artisan’s houses. But yet his quality team can tell which square inch of the carpet was made that week and on which loom and at which artisan’s house. Each loom is visited twice a week. A production progress report is generated and sent to the head-quarters.
The looms are in some of the remotest areas of the country like the Bhil tribal area in Gujarat. But information reaches the Jaipur Rugs head-quarters in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Each new carpet is a different story; it is hand-knotted by a family, sometimes over ten months.
The company has itself been crafted by Chaudhary very unconventionally; the organisation structure evolves organically. “I have learned to understand people deeply and recruit” he says. “This is a company that runs without management” he finishes. The workers have graduated into running the stores and the supply chain.
The designs for the carpets are generated on a computer by traditional artists.
Jaipur Rugs makes a variety of carpets from the finest to the more mundane; and in different sizes from the very large to small. The material is either silk, wool or both combined to create very unusual effects. The company uses 16 shades in a carpet and takes pride in the fact that nobody can combine shades and tones like them.
www.jaipurrugs.org

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2008-01-22T03:57:00.000-08:00

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