Erika and Janett LirianoWell+Good 2022 Changemakersare continuing their familys legacy of cocoa production in the Dominican Republic.
I just one day was like, I think we can do something better here.
Theres a lot of things to consider, especially as itrelates to chocolate.
Its a very complicated supply chain, sometimes overly complicated.
What we actually care about is how do we create wealth in our communities?
How do we give back what our parents gave us?
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Building a social impact company in the Caribbean
In September 2018, the duo founded Inaru.
Inaru means woman, or feminine energy.
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The exporter provides the middleman funds for the cacao, but not their services.
The faulty system often leaves farmers disempowered and without pay for their labor and premium-quality cacao.
There are currently over 1800 farmers that want to join the Inaru community.
Were showing Dominicans that we are more than just a place of commodities, shares Janett.
I dont think Ive ever been unhappy in the struggles that Ive faced with my sister, says Janett.
Its been very fulfilling, meaningful struggles and with someone that I believe in 100 percent.
I do not doubt her integrity for a second.
I do not doubt her intelligence, her commitment to this… You look like someone who loves free workouts, discounts for cutting-edge wellness brands, and exclusive Well+Good content.
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