Viori Blog
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Streetlights for Longsheng's more remote regions
At Viori, part of our mission is to reinvest portions of our profits into the Beautiful Reason Initiative (BRI), funding projects that directly support the Red Yao community. Supporting a...
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Supporting Education in the Countryside: Viori’s Commitment to Longsheng’s Schools
Education is the foundation of a thriving community, but for schools in the countryside, this foundation faces unique challenges. Declining birth rates and urbanization have caused class sizes to shrink,...
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The Relationship Between Carbon Offsetting and Rice Cultivation: How Sustainable Practices Make a Difference
Rice cultivation is a cornerstone of global agriculture, feeding billions of people. However, it also has a complicated relationship with climate change. Traditional rice-growing practices, especially in continuously flooded paddies,...
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Offering Trips to Longsheng: Is This a Responsible Thing to Do?
Bringing Tourism to Longsheng: Is This a Responsible Thing to Do?At Viori, our commitment to Longsheng has been strong and ongoing. For the past 4 years, we have supported the community...
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Celebrating Tradition: The Red Yao Clothes Hanging Festival
Every year, the vibrant Red Yao Clothes Hanging Festival brings together the community in a celebration of culture, tradition, and unity. This year marked Viori's CSR team joining the festivities...
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Lighting Up the Paths: Viori’s Streetlight Initiative in Xiapu Village, Longsheng
Safety and community go hand in hand. Recently, we had the privilege of contributing to the safety and well-being of the villagers in Xiapu by sponsoring the installation of streetlights...
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Empowering Local Farmers: Domestic Rice Sales Initiative
At Viori, we're committed to supporting the farmers' cooperative in Longsheng beyond our own needs. While our demand for their rice is relatively small compared to the vast amount produced,...
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Empowering Longsheng's Red Yao Tea Producers: Viori's Beautiful Reason Initiative
In the lush landscapes of Longsheng, where terraced rice fields stretch across the hills, another treasure lies hidden amidst the verdant foliage - the ancient tea forests. In this...
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Preserving Culture Through Threads: An Update on the Red Yao Embroidery Program
Nearly three years ago, Viori embarked on a meaningful journey with a handful of Red Yao aunties. The mission? To preserve their rich embroidery culture by sharing it with...
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Understanding the Origins: Update from the Fields
At Viori, we sometimes receive inquiries from our customers curious about the farming practices of the Red Yao people. Understanding the origins of our food, ingredients, and raw...
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A Week Among Friends: Insights from Viori's Annual Surveys in the Red Yao Community
Mid January marked another journey back to Longsheng, back to the warmth of the Red Yao community we've come to know as friends. For the third consecutive year, we set...
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Viori's Collaborative Effort to Support Health Insurance in Longsheng
In the heart of Longsheng, where the vibrant culture of the Red Yao tribe flourishes, Viori continues its commitment to address the crucial needs—in this case, the provision of health...
