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This is not the smart-thermostat maker owned by Google. Rather, this nonprofit's goal is to help artisans around the world build businesses from their craft in order to empower women, alleviate poverty, promote peace, and transform local communities. The nonprofit works directly with artisans, and offers leadership training, design mentorship, language classes and marketing lessons. It helps construct new facilities for artisans and gives them access to upgraded equipment. Nest believes that by helping artisans become successful leaders in their communities, they are making an even bigger change. According to the organization's website, "Nest estimates an additional 20 lives touched for every one Nest artisan employed." |