Greenwich Resident Debuts Charitable Pet Products

From Evoke Marketing: On the heels of National Human Trafficking Month and just in time for Valentine’s Day, Greenwich resident Elizabeth Boolbol is excited to debut "IYAYU," a collection of handmade dog collars, leashes, bracelets, aromatherapy soy candles, and essential oil pet products, made by survivors of sex trafficking, poverty, abuse, and addiction. 100% of profits from the sale of IYAYU products support the programs and initiatives of Global PEHT: Partnership to End Human Trafficking. Shop the collection of apparel and candles online.

A devoted animal lover, philanthropist, and human rights activist, Elizabeth was inspired to pursue the fight to end trafficking, following years of international mission work with World Vision and witnessing the horrors of human trafficking, both internationally and in the local community. In 2015, Elizabeth founded Global PEHT: Partnership to End Human Trafficking - a charitable organization, based in Greenwich, CT that is committed to ending human trafficking, the fastest growing illegal business in the world - through awareness, restoration and by providing economic empowerment to survivors of prostitution, addiction, abuse and victims of global poverty.

To help fund these programs and initiatives and to create greater awareness of what has been called the greatest humanitarian crisis of our time, Elizabeth leveraged her love for pets and pursued the creation of IYAYU – a new pet product line made by the actual survivors of trafficking and abuse. In return, the survivors who make the products are provided with the necessary economic empowerment and sustainability for a successful recovery.

The collection of IYAYU products includes:

Leashes + Collars

Freedom Collection: IYAYU’s collection of handmade Freedom collars and leashes are individually made by women in rural Guatemala whose economic vulnerability makes them targets of international traffickers. The vibrant and intricate leather interior collars and leashes symbolize strength, empowerment, love, and freedom. Price: $40-45

Baron Collection: Inspired by the unconditional love we receive from pets, the Baron Collection of leashes and collars is named after IYAYU Founder, Elizabeth Boolbol’s dog Baron. These earth tone leashes represent the strength, protection, and unconditional love our pet’s give to us. Price: $40.00 – $45.00

Liberty Collection: The collection of Liberty collars & leashes feature unique shades and patterns of blues and white, which represents the resilience of trafficking survivors and the freedom, independence, and liberty every human being deserves.Price: $40.00 – $45.00

Bracelets

Freedom Bracelets: IYAYU’s colorful Freedom Bracelets complement the Freedom Collars and Leashes with matching colors and styles. The bracelets are a colorful and chic way to accessorize yourself and match with your furry best friend! Wear them in solidarity with the more than 40 million slaves worldwide. Price: $30

Candles

Aromatic Soy Candle: IYAYU’s Aromatic Soy Candles are poured and packaged by survivors of trafficking and abuse. Made using essential oils, the soy candles two scents: refreshing Geranium & Citrus and calming Loving Lavender. Price: $25

Shop the IYAYU’s collection of charitable pet products online here.

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