About paropakaram

പരോപകാരം
parēāpakāraṁ

paropakaram describes the principle or practice of concern for the welfare of others.

paropakaram creates better living conditions andsustainable prospects in developing and emerging countries. paropakaramcombines artisanal partners to showcase their traditional skills and cultural techniquesto a wider audience.

With a transparent value chain, we show how simple, immediate and comprehensive a singleconsumer can significantly improve the living conditions of many. We work with socialinstitutions, freelancers and sustainable development organizations.

Fairness, equality, health and the sustainable use of resources have never been such acontroversial topic as in globalizing today. We believe in people and their talents whocan best help themselves under sustainable conditions.

paropakaram pursues a holistic view, which equally requiresconsideration for people, the environment, animals and the climate.

Behind every product stands a human and often many exciting stories. Some of them can beread on our channels, the best ones are experienced personally on site. paropakaram invites you to become a part of this story: ourscouts and guides will give you some exclusive impressions of authentic and culturallycolorful life on a tailor made trip, but more so you can speak directly with the peoplewho created our products.

Paropakaram is managed by
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Jvo A. Maurer
Head Switzerland & Social Media
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Bijil Babu
Head Operations India
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Gokul Gopinath
Social Work Lead, Photographer & Tour Guide
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Suraj Dhonju
Partner, Head Operations Nepal

As well as a large and growing network of young artists, students, social activists and media creators.
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