Biojoia de Atauro

Business Overview

• Business Name: Biojoia de Atauro
• Type: Jewelry and Gift Cooperative
• Location: Vila, Atauro (Dili Municipality)
• Category: Community Cooperative & Handicrafts

Services Offered

Biojoia de Atauro is a community cooperative that specializes in creating:

• Intricate handmade jewelry
• Gifts crafted from natural materials
• Artisan products by hearing impaired community members

Social Impact

This cooperative serves an important social mission by:

• Providing employment for hearing impaired artisans
• Supporting the local Atauro community
• Preserving traditional crafting techniques
• Creating sustainable income opportunities

Products

• Jewelry: Handcrafted using natural materials
• Gifts: Various items made from local natural resources
• Artisan Crafts: Unique pieces reflecting local culture and skills

Operating Hours

• Monday to Saturday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Sunday: By arrangement

Unique Features

• Community-Focused: Specifically supports hearing impaired artisans
• Natural Materials: Uses locally sourced natural materials
• Handcrafted Quality: All items are individually made by skilled artisans
• Social Enterprise: Combines business with community support

Location Details

• Located in Vila, the main town on Atauro Island
• Part of Dili Municipality
• Accessible to visitors exploring Atauro Island

Supporting Local Community

By purchasing from Biojoia de Atauro, visitors directly support:

• Hearing impaired community members
• Local sustainable employment
• Traditional crafting skills
• Atauro Island's economic development

Information extracted from timorleste.tl official tourism directory