Published 11-07-07
Submitted by Body Shop, The
November 7, 2007 - This holiday season, give more than just the perfect gift. When you purchase The Body Shop Bag for Life ($5.00) you will make a positive impact on many lives across the country. The stylish, colorful, long-lasting bag is not only environmentally friendly but $2 of each bag sold will go to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence.
For the past five years The Body Shop has been committed to its partnership with the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), supporting women and children affected by the issue with its Stop the Violence in the Home campaign. Proceeds from the Bag for Life will support the expansion of the unique NCADV Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery (CRS) Program called FACE TO FACE. NCADV works in partnership with the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) to assist survivors of domestic violence who cannot afford the cosmetic and reconstructive surgery needed to repair the injuries they have received from a spouse or intimate partner.
Unfortunately, up to 275 million children in the world are affected by domestic violence, while one in four women is a victim of domestic violence at some point in their lives. In the U.S. alone, up to three million children are living with domestic violence in their daily lives.*
"The holiday season is a time for families and friends to share their love for one another, yet for many in the U.S. this happy time will be clouded by violence and abuse. Domestic violence is an enormous problem, which should not be ignored during the holidays. Consumers can support this cause and help make a difference while they shop this holiday season," says Peter Ridler, President of The Body Shop.
In addition to supporting domestic violence victims here in the U.S., consumers who purchase the Bag for Life will help make a difference across the globe. Every time you use the Bag for Life instead of a plastic carrier bag, you will be helping to save the environment. The bag is sourced through The Body Shop's Community Trade program, which ensures a fair deal for marginalized communities across the world.
With The Body Shop wide variety of gift-wrappings, there is no need to waste time wrapping presents. The Bag for Life is the perfect compliment to any gift on your shopping list. If you are looking for a pouch with a little more sparkle, try the satin drawstring gift bag ($5.00). The drawstring bag comes in pink or red embroidered satin and can be used again by the gift recipient to hold bath products, jewelry - the possibilities are endless. Americans spend an estimated $2.7 billion annually on ribbons, paper and bows - almost all of these goods wind up in the trash. The satin drawstring bag is great way to make any present special without harming the environment. Similar to the Bag for Life, five percent of the proceeds from the satin drawstring gift bags will go to the Stop Violence in the Home program.
If you like to create your own gift from start to finish, The Body Shop is offering a selection of gorgeous rich plum and red colored festive gift bags and boxes to beautifully package the gifts you've chosen from the vast array of products in store. With five percent of proceeds going to the NCADV, it's a wonderful way to design the perfect present while giving back this holiday. Prices for the Create Your Own bags range from $2.00 for mini gift bag to $7.50 for a deluxe gift box.
Rita Smith, CEO of the NCADV said today: "As we shop this holiday season for our friends and family, it is important to remember the millions of women and children who been affected by domestic violence. The Body Shop Stop Violence in the Home campaign and their support of the FACE to FACE program helps women regain their confidence to face the world again and rebuild their lives, which in turn will also put a smile back on their children's faces."
Past NCADV projects supported by The Body Shop include:
Consumers can stop by The Body Shop or visit www.bodyshop.com to find the Bag for Life, the satin drawstring gift bags or the Create Your Own bags and help support victims of domestic violence.
And there is more"¦
Need the perfect gift to go inside these gift bags? The Body Shop offers several products that make a perfect gift or stocking stuffer and support the Stop Violence in the Home campaign.
The Body Shop has raised more than $1 million for organizations tackling domestic violence across the world in recent years.
NOTES TO EDITORS:
*Statistic taken from a joint report from UNICEF and The Body Shop called Behind Closed Doors, 2006
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