Manalé International

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Ethiopian-born New Yorker Manale Dagnew is the Creative Director and Founder of Manalè, and Manale International. The heart and soul of the Manalè fashion for philanthropy brand are born from a love of creating authentic beautiful, eco-conscious apparel and accessories, aimed at inspiring individuals to look beyond products that have an everlasting life-enhancing quality. Manale International is c

ommitted to fashion for philanthropy and is dedicating proceeds and support towards rebuilding the Dil-Ayen School in Ethiopia. We desire to make a positive impact on the livelihood of children in rural Ethiopia.

08/24/2021

wearing our iconic gayent plaid scarf, in dusty rose🌸

07/08/2021

Subtle beauty and sophisticated design. Inspired by North Ethiopian culture- Salome brown wearing our iconic Geyent Headscarf.



























How is Manalé Foundation helping Ethiopia shape a better tomorrow? MANALÉ: Our desire is to help Ethiopia obtain its ful...
07/06/2021

How is Manalé Foundation helping Ethiopia shape a better tomorrow?

MANALÉ: Our desire is to help Ethiopia obtain its fullest learning potential. Education is essential in combatting some of the most pressing issues Ethiopia faces today and will increasingly so tomorrow. I like to think of education as the gift that keeps on giving: learning breeds knowledge, and knowledge is a power that can grow and be spread into local communities and beyond.

Our focus is on public schools in rural areas, as the rural areas are nearly entirely dependent upon agriculture. Agriculture – being the bread and butter of Ethiopia’s economy – is at a crossroads in Ethiopia. Outdated farming practices are detrimental to the environment, and in the face of climate change, they don’t stand a chance. We need to optimize the land’s ability to feed Ethiopia’s massive, booming population.

We also focus on rural areas in an effort to retain Ethiopia’s rich cultural tapestry. Too many children, brought up on a meager Western-based curriculum nonapplicable to their village life, are leaving their communities for the cities. We want to give them a hybrid education that celebrates their unique cultures and teaches them the local artisanal practices so they can in turn contribute to the prosperity of their village.

Our first project we are currently working on, renovating the Dil-Ayen School in Belessa of the Amhara Region, will ideally serve as a pilot project whereby we will have a blueprint, including the physical campus and an after school curriculum, to be reproduced throughout rural Ethiopian communities. So while this first project is relatively small, our efforts are indeed directed at creating a model that can be adopted on a large scale throughout Ethiopia.

07/01/2021

Ethereal, weightless and chic

Our Gayent Long Scarf is inspired by Northern Ethiopian fabric and our motifs com from the women’s traditional clothing.

Let’s continue our MANALÉ DAGNEW INTERVIEW SERIES: PART I…..—You’ve talked about Ethiopia being in a difficult chapter, ...
07/01/2021

Let’s continue our MANALÉ DAGNEW INTERVIEW SERIES: PART I…..

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You’ve talked about Ethiopia being in a difficult chapter, for about the past 30 years, and how changes need to be made to help Ethiopia prosper.

MANALÉ: Yes. In the past 30 years, Ethiopia has experienced tremendous growth economically, however GDP is only one metric. Ethiopia’s economy is largely dependent upon agriculture yet food scarcity remains a big problem: while the population has tripled in my lifetime, Ethiopia’s 100 year old farming practices fall short of providing for all. Over-harvesting, stripped and eroded soil, poor water conservation practices – these are just a few major agriculture issues Ethiopia needs to address. Further compounding these deficiencies of course is climate change. Eighty-five percent of Ethiopian farmers are dependent on rain-fed agriculture; the country is not prepared to handle increased drought and temperatures.

And then there is the issue of poor infrastructure in rural areas, further harming agricultural productivity. Also, rural Ethiopia is increasingly losing its younger generation to the city – and with it, their culture. This is not surprising given what little education these children do have is Western-based, largely nonapplicable to the pressing issues in their local communities.

All of this brings me to my final point: What if we taught the next generation in rural Ethiopian schools how to combat these increasingly dire issues? How to use sustainable agricultural practices, preparing for climate change? How to appreciate their local communities and help them thrive? Ethiopia’s entire economy and well-being will benefit.



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Luxury within reach. Salomebrown wearing our iconic Gondar Plaid Stole. matters
06/26/2021

Luxury within reach. Salomebrown wearing our iconic Gondar Plaid Stole.


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And now, more from our MANALÉ DAGNEW INTERVIEW SERIES: PART I.—You’ve talked about wanting to make a difference in yo...
06/25/2021


And now, more from our MANALÉ DAGNEW INTERVIEW SERIES: PART I.

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You’ve talked about wanting to make a difference in your native Ethiopia. Why have you chosen education specifically as a means to do so?

MANALÉ: Education opens our perception, broadening our perspective. Personally, I have profited greatly from the education I was so fortunate to receive. I attribute much of my success in life and personal wellbeing to my education, and knowing how powerful it can be, I want to help others obtain it as well. I believe education is key to freedom of mind, body, and spirit.

And why in Ethiopia? Because I feel I can make the highest impact here. My Ethiopian upbringing made me who I am today, and I want to give back to the culture that gave me so much. I believe in the strength and ingenuity of Ethiopians, and I believe educating today’s youth is absolutely crucial for preparing Ethiopia to face the challenges of tomorrow. In our ever-changing world, with Ethiopia being extremely vulnerable to climate change, we must prepare. We must equip our children with the tools and knowledge to fight the battle that lies ahead.

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Our foundation, now four years in the making, is a labor of love of our founder, Ethiopian born-and-raised Manalé Dagnew. Manalé's remarkable story bears the roots of our mission, a tale that connects Ethiopia's past and present with a dream for a better future.

Over the next few weeks, we are excited to be sharing with you snippets from our MANALÉ DAGNEW INTERVIEW SERIES: PART...
06/23/2021


Over the next few weeks, we are excited to be sharing with you snippets from our MANALÉ DAGNEW INTERVIEW SERIES: PART I. Our foundation, now four years in the making, is a labor of love of our founder, Ethiopian born-and-raised Manalé Dagnew. Manalé's remarkable story bears the roots of our mission, a tale that connects Ethiopia's past and present with a dream for a better future.

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When and how did your idea to start Manalé Foundation originate?

MANALÉ: As long as I can remember, I have felt a calling for helping others. When I was growing up in boarding school in Ethiopia, I lived with a group of girls who likewise lost a parent or two at a young age. I believe our shared sense of loss united us, instilling in us a deep sense of compassion. After every dinner, together would sneak food to give to the local blind men. This practice of tending to the less fortunate was likewise something I learned from my family; our home would draw homeless people as they could depend on us for food.

Sharing what I had with others in a sense became part of my DNA, something I resolved as a girl to continue to do throughout my life. I understood early on that giving back was a core part of my life’s purpose. I have been involved in various philanthropy endeavors throughout my life, but it wasn’t until four years ago that I decided to make philanthropy my primary focus by merging my career as a fashion designer with helping my native Ethiopia. Manalé Foundation was thus born, and Manalé International, my Ethiopian-inspired fashion + accessories label, became a platform whereby I could share with others the beauty and story of Ethiopia while raising funds to support the foundation.

Happy Children’s Day 2021 from our students at the Dil’Ayen school in Gonder, Ethiopia Wishing you all peace and harmony...
06/01/2021

Happy Children’s Day 2021 from our students at the Dil’Ayen school in Gonder, Ethiopia
Wishing you all peace and harmony from Manalé international 😇🙏🏽

HEY NEW YORK! Our display at Travis Taddeo in Soho is looking beautiful and ready for you to visit! All sales proceeds g...
05/20/2021

HEY NEW YORK! Our display at Travis Taddeo in Soho is looking beautiful and ready for you to visit! All sales proceeds go to rebuilding the Dil’Ayen school in Ethiopia

Meet some of the D’il Ayen kinds from Ethiopia. Our founder, Manale Dagnew, is overseeing the rebuilding of this school ...
05/17/2021

Meet some of the D’il Ayen kinds from Ethiopia. Our founder, Manale Dagnew, is overseeing the rebuilding of this school right now.
Our mission is the build a running school for these children. This process will be long, but we are determined for it to happen. 100% of our proceeds go to in order to build this school. To donate, click the link in their bio.

Happy Mother’s day to all the strong mamas out there❤️ You are celebrated today and every day!💐🌸🌻
05/09/2021

Happy Mother’s day to all the strong mamas out there❤️ You are celebrated today and every day!💐🌸🌻

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