We are honored to have our story and the incredible work of our artisans featured by publications from around the world. Explore the articles below to learn more about our journey.
Travel writer Paul Walters delves into Sumba's 'forgotten' history and the unique Marapu beliefs that shape its art. The article praises MANAMU's mission to empower local artisans by introducing their skills to a global market, highlighting the company's resilience through the pandemic and its success in increasing weavers' incomes by 66%.
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Garland Magazine explores the deep cultural roots of Sumba's wire-weaving art, focusing on MANAMU's dedication to its preservation. The article details how Melania Karolina's social enterprise is creating a sustainable "loop" between the past and the future, connecting ancient Marapu traditions with a contemporary global audience.
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IDN Times covers MANAMU's crucial effort to save Lulu Amah and Mamuli, two crafts older than Sumba's famous ikat weaving. Facing a dwindling number of artisans, MANAMU has empowered 20 young Sumbanese people in Bali, ensuring the craft's authenticity continues and successfully penetrating international markets in the USA, Japan, and Australia.
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NOW! Bali highlights the MANAMU Storytelling Center in Sanur, a space dedicated to spotlighting the lesser-known but deeply significant metalwork traditions of Sumba. The center acts as a living exhibition where visitors can connect with the soul of Sumba's heritage, providing new markets for artisans and reinvigorating ancient crafts like Mamuli and Lulu Amah.
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