The tea industry runs on the backs of women. Their strong yet nimble fingers pluck the delicate buds from the trees and sort the imperfect from the perfect leaves. Yet, in many tea-producing countries, women are far more likely to live in extreme poverty and have less access to education.
Some people strive to change that narrative by e

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Diana is a freelance writer and copywriter who loves to celebrate authentic connections. From Malaccan tea shops to carpet stalls in Istanbul, she travels the world searching for stories shared over cups of tea. Passionate about food, travel, and tea, she also enjoys helping small businesses market their extraordinary wares to the world.