Why Join the Kalbeliya Collective Ethical Business Program?

By joining this initiative, you gain exclusive access to essential resources, local connections, and expert training—elements that many foreign entrepreneurs struggle to find. More importantly, your business will actively contribute to the Kalbeliya and other marginalized communities in Rajasthan.

Program Benefits:

✔ Ethical & Sustainable Practices – Learn responsible sourcing, ensuring fair wages and ethical production.

✔ Cultural & Community Immersion – Gain firsthand knowledge of local traditions, artisan skills, and community challenges.

✔ Direct Access to Ethical Suppliers – Work without exploitative middlemen, ensuring fair trade and transparency.

✔ Exclusive Training & Mentorship – Learn from experts through:

  • Hands-on workshops with skilled artisans

  • Insights into craftsmanship, sustainability, and fair trade

  • A deep dive into production realities in India

✔ Impact-Driven Business Model – A portion of your revenue directly supports training programs in tailoring, metal smithing, and craftsmanship for Kalbeliya youth and women.

✔ Stronger Brand Recognition – Ethical businesses attract global media coverage, consumer loyalty, and industry credibility. When your business prioritizes authenticity, cultural appreciation, and sustainability, it stands out.

✔ Ongoing Consultation & Support – We help ensure that your business remains ethically sound, impactful, and sustainable long after its launch.

Join us in building a business that not only thrives but also uplifts the community. Let’s create something truly meaningful and sustainable together.

How It Works – The Process of Ethical Brand Creation

Step 1: Initial Consultation & Application

Before anyone starts a business in Pushkar through this initiative, they must first consult with us. We assess their vision, values, and ensure that they are committed to creating something that uplifts the local community, rather than exploiting it.

Step 2: Ethical Business Training & Immersion Program

  • Hands-on training with Kalbeliya artisans in craftsmanship, tailoring, metal smithing, and ethical sourcing.

  • Learning the realities of business in India, from fair wages to sustainable materials.

  • Meeting with local suppliers, artisans, and community leaders to establish ethical connections.

Step 3: Business Implementation with Local Sourcing

  • After training, businesses must commit to sourcing locally through our vetted ethical suppliers.

  • Ongoing mentorship is provided to ensure continued adherence to ethical practices.

Step 4: Commitment to Yearly Contributions

Each business must contribute annually to the Kalbeliya Collective Empowerment Fund, which directly supports:

  • Skill-building programs for youth and women in sewing, crafting, and metalwork.

  • Education and training for Kalbeliya artisans.

  • Opportunities for sustainable income for marginalized communities.

Step 5: Long-Term Ethical Partnership

  • Businesses that uphold our ethical standards receive continued marketing and networking support from Kalbeliya Collective.

  • Recognition as an official ethical business partner, giving your brand credibility.

Pricing Structure Based on Business Size

1. Full Ethical Business Program (For Established Brands & Larger Businesses)

  • Standard Package: $3,500 AUD

  • Premium Package: $5,500 AUD

  • Eligibility: Designed for brands with 10K+ followers, stable revenue, or prior production experience.

  • Community Contribution: A mandatory annual contribution of $1,500 - $3,000 AUD to support ethical initiatives.

  • Why? Larger businesses have greater resources and a responsibility to invest in ethical practices.

2. Small Business & Startup Pathway (For New Brands & Individuals with <10K Followers)

  • Starter Package: $1,500 AUD

    • Online ethical business training and mentorship (instead of in-person immersion)

    • Digital toolkit covering ethical sourcing, business setup, and supplier contacts

    • 2-3 live virtual consultations and a one-on-one strategy session

    • Gradual access to ethical suppliers upon meeting ethical commitment benchmarks

  • Optional In-Person Add-On: +$1,500 AUD

    • A 4-day cultural immersion in Pushkar

    • Introduction to local artisans and ethical suppliers

    • Business roadmap and ethical branding guidance

  • Why? This model allows small businesses to adopt ethical practices at a lower upfront cost. As they grow, they can transition to full immersion.

3. Flexible Yearly Contribution for Small Businesses

  • For businesses under 10K followers: Minimum $500 AUD per year

  • For growing businesses with 10K+ followers: Minimum $1,500 AUD per year

  • Purpose: Funds skill development programs in tailoring, metal smithing, and artisan training for Kalbeliya women and youth.

  • Flexibility: Small businesses can increase their contributions as they grow, ensuring a sustainable and fair model.

4. Revenue Sharing Model (Optional but Encouraged for All Tiers)

  • Instead of a fixed donation, businesses can contribute 2-5% of their yearly profits.

  • Businesses adopting this model receive recognition as Kalbeliya Ethical Business Partners, enhancing brand credibility.

This structure ensures ethical business growth while making contributions sustainable for businesses of all sizes.

Why This Matters – The Bigger Picture

There are already too many brands in the world. If you're going to create one, why not ensure it empowers the very people whose culture, skills, and resources you are profiting from?

This program is about changing the narrative from exploitation to collaboration, sustainability, and empowerment. It ensures that local artisans are not just passive workers but active beneficiaries of the businesses built in their communities.

This is the future of ethical business: One where success is measured not just by profit, but by the impact you create.

Let’s work together.

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