Imagine a backpack full of fantastic handicrafts and organic products which were not only produced by local producers in Bali but also help to drive the pandemic to a community economy. That's Bali Ba of Hope.

In 2020, several positive community and charity movements began, the silver line of the pandemic, which highlighted Bali's vibrant, community-oriented society.


One of the older stories was the return of a village to its long-abandoned origins, trying to find alternate income sources (Read: How Covid-19 Brought About the Rebirth of a Traditional Weaving Village). It was the start of the Togetherness project, which Bali locals started up many years and which has belonged to the Ubud local community.

To begin or resurrect the home business, the project of the Togetherness (or Kebersamaan) has been on the same course as a weaving village. It not only provides jobs and reduces dependency, but also re-enhances declining industries in difficult times. Work with ikat, coffee, and honey were included. They want to help communities in need to supply meals and raw materials.

Bali Bag of Hope

One of the creative financing initiatives of the Togetherness Project is the Bali Bag of Hope. All the goods of local craftspeople and farmers are curated into a magnificent package through this effort. The acquisition of each Bag of Hope benefits all craftsmen, farmers, food producers, workers, drivers, etc.


What’s in each bag?

·  Handwoven bespoke artisan ikat made by the Togetherness Project’s Weaving Circle.

·  Beautiful and playful handmade reusable bag made from recycled rice bags, crafted by a special needs Balinese mother.

·  Hand-roasted artisan coffee beans from Munduk, picked, roasted, and selected by a team of men and women of the village (250g).

·  Medicinal clove oil from Cempaga

·  Medicinal nectar (made by tiny stingless bees) from Tanah Aron, curated and kept by 7 beekeeping families.

·  Vegetable seedlings were placed in a handmade weaved bamboo basket and sourced for the organic farms in Pesalakan.

·  Traditional handmade placenta pottery bowl to create a birthing ceremony of anything you are birthing into the world.

At the moment there are just 50 bags, and the money is distributed and stimulates the economy because they are filled with local goods. Food packs for the most vulnerable community, delivery drivers, food organizers, and chefs will also be used to buy products for the Togetherness project.

Each bag costs a total of IDR 850.000 and can be pre-ordered here.

Meet the Makers

For anyone who pre-orders or would like to buy a Bag of Hope is invited to an event at Soulshine Ubud on 21 March 2021 to meet the artisans and producers yourself.

At the event, you will also meet with Balinese officials from 11 am-4 pm and lead this project to produce sustainable economic development on the island. Learn about their lives, history, and vision for a brighter future, which will create sustainable development for Bali outside tourism. Free entry for everyone.