Freedom Collection
Because people are precious.
Jewellery made to make a difference - a declaration of our value and dignity that helps end modern slavery and human trafficking with each purchase.
The Freedom Collection story began in 2008 when I started making rings to send to women rescued from human trafficking. I also sold the rings to raise funds for charity, and recently I developed the collection to include necklaces, bangles and earrings.
I want the wearer of these pieces to be reminded of their own worth - that we are precious, free, and have intrinsic value no matter what.
If you give these pieces to a loved one, you are reminding them they are precious.
And you are contributing to the freedom of others who have been robbed of their sense of worth because 10% of each purchase is donated to International Justice Mission to aid their work in preventing exploitation, rescuing victims, and restoring lives.
- Karlin
The Freedom Collection story (short film)
International Justice Mission - The impossible is happening (short film)
The combination of metals is inspired by a Bible passage where God says, “the silver is mine, and the gold is mine” - a gift to his people as a reminder of his promise to care for them. I believe we are given life and freedom from a higher power and that cannot be taken away by another person.
The 12 gems are symbolic of the 12 biblical tribes as they rebuilt their lives after escaping slavery. A priest representing the tribes wore a breastplate emblazoned with 12 gems when before God asking Him to take care of the tribes' worries and needs. I believe each of us has a voice that deserves to be heard.
The hammered finish makes pieces harder and reflect light differently, yet they don’t lose their value - an analogy to the blows we all suffer in life.
I have worked with suppliers who ensure materials are ethically and sustainably sourced.
