Rising International

Rising International is a non-profit organization based in Santa Cruz, California. The organization employs 43 people and generates $5 million in annual revenue. Rising International empowers underrepresented individuals, particularly women who have overcome significant challenges such as poverty, homelessness, discrimination, gender-based violence, and human trafficking, through social entrepreneurship. They provide three distinct entrepreneurial paths: Rising Artisan, Rising Representative, and Rising Expert. Rising Artisans create and sell fair-trade jewelry, home goods, and accessories, while Rising Representatives manage online stores and participate in events to sell these products. Rising Experts leverage their lived experiences to educate others about human trafficking awareness and prevention. Rising International offers comprehensive support to its entrepreneurs, including free ongoing business training, mentorship, access to resources, and an emergency fund. Their commitment to economic equity, inclusiveness, and survivor leadership drives their mission to foster positive change. For more information, please visit risinginternational.org.