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145 which is of a premium grade . Since the project began in 2014 , over 1,500 farmers involved , with many of those doubling their income since coming on board .
Additionally , thanks to the group ’ s philanthropic arm - the Cotton On Foundation - the retailer is also helping to empower people through health , education sustainability and infrastructure .
“ We are opening schools in Uganda , Australia , Thailand , and South Africa , and have set ourselves a goal of creating 20 000 educational places by 2020 ”
Marais concludes . “ To know that by following your career aspiration at Cotton On , by enabling our customers to have a really great shopping experience , kids will hopefully get to go to school , learn new skills and feel empowered – is an amazing feeling .”
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