# identity.md

## Organization Overview
- **Company Name:** KANZI®
- **Mission:** To create sustainable sources of income for East Africans.
- **Company Structure and Legal Entity:** A fair trade, social business. A proud member of the Fair Trade Federation.
- **Founded Date and Location:** Located in Homewood, AL 35209. Details on founding date forthcoming.
- **Size and Scale:** Birmingham's newest fair trade store, offering a curated selection of African art, crafts, jewelry, accessories, and home decor.

## Leadership & Team
- **Key Leadership Profiles and Roles:** Details forthcoming.
- **Team Structure and Departments:** Details forthcoming.
- **Company Culture and Values:** Dedicated to fair trade principles, supporting artisans, and fostering positive social impact. Emphasizes handmade goods and ethical practices for good.
- **Relevant Links:** [About KANZI](https://kanzicraft.com/pages/about)

## Operations & Structure
- **Business Model and Operational Approach:** Operates as a fair trade, social business, sourcing handmade African art, crafts, jewelry, accessories, and home decor to provide sustainable income for East Africans.
- **Location(s) and Geographic Presence:** Physical store located at 2817 Central Avenue, Homewood, AL 35209, serving the Birmingham, Alabama area.
- **Key Partnerships and Affiliations:** Fair Trade Federation Member.