Lao Cotton State Enterprise

who we are

Established in 1984 by the Lao Government and the United Nations Development Program to help women to capitalize on their traditional weaving skills, our goal is create job opportunities for Lao women and improve their well being. Since 1996, we have operated as an independent business, organizing ten women's weaving groups providing 200 looms throughout Laos.

what we do

We support all stages of the cotton handicraft development process, from the purchase of raw cotton from Lao farmers through to spinning, dying, weaving and the sale of finished products. Our crafts include cotton fabric, clothing, interior furnishings, hand bags and other handicrafts.