April 08, 2021

Meet Leane: "When I Grow Up, I Want to Become a Doctor"

Wayuu artisan Leane
As part of our 'Meet Our Indigenous Wayuu Artisans' series, which introduces our indigenous Wayuu artisans to you in a more up-close-and-personal way, it is our pleasure to share Leane's story with you. Leane is a weaver in training and is one of the most talented weavers in her community at only 12 years old.

MEET LEANE

Weaver in training

My name is Leane, and although I am only 12 years old, I have been diligently working on my crocheting skills since I was a little girl. My Wayuu bags are so well woven, they are mistaken for the work of more experienced artisans in my community.

When I grow up, I want to become a doctor to help others here that don’t have access to medical care

When I grow up, I want to become a doctor to help others here that don’t have access to medical care. Outside of school, when I’m not studying, I like to sit in a hammock with the women of my community and crochet

My main goal is to use my talent to support my mom and my younger siblings

I may be considered the most talented weavers within my community, but my main goal is to use my talent to support my mom and my younger siblings, trying to understand how I can contribute more.
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