Behind the beautiful mahogany stain of henna is the hard work of thousands of local women. In Sojat and neighboring villages, the henna industry has become a major driver of women’s financial independence and empowerment.
Women play a central role in the entire henna lifecycle: they participate in harvesting leaves, manual sorting to remove twigs, quality control, and operating packaging machines. In addition, many local women have trained as professional bridal henna artists, earning a steady income during the lucrative wedding season.
By earning their own livelihoods, these women are able to support their families, fund their children’s education, and gain a stronger voice in their communities, proving that the henna industry is not just about beauty, but also social change.
