28/06/2026
Taslima started her company Leatherina and her brand of handbags, Gootipa, in 2016 to create high-quality, handcrafted leather goods while promoting ethical environmental practices and women's economic empowerment.
She did not have a lot of capital on hand, but she did have a strong ambition. A grant from a World Bank project helped her achieve this goal and grow her company from 40 workers to more than 70.
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