Welcome to the Handicraft Association of Artisans ( HAOA )
At the Handicraft Association of Artisans, we are dedicated to empowering artisans across India. Our mission is to support skilled craftsmen who create beautiful, unique products but face challenges in reaching the market.
Our Vision
We provide a platform for artisans to showcase their handcrafted products, ensuring they receive the recognition and sales they deserve. Whether you are an experienced artisan or new to the craft, we are here to help you expand your production and connect with a broader audience.
The handicraft sector represents an important source of livelihood in India, especially in rural areas. Despite a significant contribution to the national GDP and export earning, little effort has been made to enhance the incomes of craft workers at a macro level. Hence, the younger generations of traditional craft communities have been increasingly exiting the sector, leaving behind a heritage of diverse and rich skills for unskilled labour. However, these attributes of the crafts sector, and its widespread skill base across the country, also make it uniquely poised to be a driver for labour intensive, low capital investment employment growth.