Earth Heir Collective
Sasibai Kimis Steenland is an experienced professional in social enterprise, youth empowerment, and sustainable development. Currently serving as a Committee Member of the Social Enterprise Accreditation Council at Institut Keusahawanan Negara and as a Member of the Board of Trustees at Impact Integrated, Steenland also holds the position of Director at Asiakom, overseeing railway construction projects. As the Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Earth Heir, Steenland is dedicated to building sustainable livelihoods for underserved communities through collaboration with artisans. Additional roles include being an Asia 21 Young Leader with Asia Society and a 2015 Women's Leadership Fellow with Eisenhower Fellowships. Educational qualifications include an M.Phil in Environment and Development from the University of Cambridge and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from The Wharton School.
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Earth Heir Collective
Earth Heir Collective is the destination for sustainable & socially impactful lifestyle goods and ESG gifts, celebrating the rich diversity of Malaysian artisans and brands. Explore the finest #MadeinMalaysia pieces on the social impact marketplace, EarthHeir.com, which support heritage craft traditions and communities such as rural women, indigenous tribes, refugees, differently-abled persons, micro-entrepreneurs and more. The collective is an initiative powered by Earth Heir, a certified B Corp, and guaranteed by the World Fair Trade Organisation (WFTO) as a fair trade social enterprise. This women-owned social enterprise is dedicated to fostering social entrepreneurship and preserving cultural heritage while enhancing livelihoods. We believe in living consciously and advocate for ethical partnerships that respect people and nature. Over a decade, Earth Heir has significantly contributed to the social impact ecosystem in Malaysia. Since its inception, Earth Heir has generated MYR 2.3 million in income, training, mentoring, and aid for artisans. This financial impact underscores the organisation's dedication to improving the socio-economic conditions of artisans, promoting sustainable practices, and preserving Malaysia's rich cultural heritage. Earth Heir has evolved into a marketplace, championing Social Procurement for sustainable, socially impactful products made locally in Malaysia. This platform creates a powerful fusion of impact enterprises, amplifying collective impact across Malaysia.