“Happy to be me.”
They carry an immeasurable strength within.
With that strength, they create change.

At one point, I learned about the realities faced by women living in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and was deeply shaken.
Amid conflicts over mineral resources, many women have had their lives devastated by violence and the denial of their dignity.
When I came to know the work of City of Joy, which supports these women, I encountered their true strength—the strength to reclaim themselves—and felt a profound sense of respect. I began to ask myself how I might be able to support them.
Even from afar, I wanted to pursue what is needed for each of us, as women, to become the strongest version of ourselves.
When launching a new brand, I hoped that all women would feel a sense of love and care for themselves—from those close to us to those suffering in distant places.
By connecting these two sources of strength, we aim to create a world where we can uplift one another and live better lives together.
We believe that when women thrive, it leads to a better world for men and for everyone.
We aspire to create jewelry that allows every person to feel, “Happy to be me.”
And we will continue to pursue this mission.

Chiaki Aoki, Founder of 1000 wings