Craft With Care.
Crafted from Nature.
The word “Aicha” (আইচা) means the shell of a coconut — traditionally treated as discarded agro-waste. We recycle these shells in Barisal, empowering rural craft communities to replace single-use plastic with timeless living art.
Winner of Climate Camp-2022 in "Climatepreneur" Category
Organized by The Earth Society and Climate Parliament Bangladesh, Aicha was honored for its circular economy model — transforming agricultural waste into sustainable lifestyle products while providing sustainable livelihoods for rural women and artisans.
Recycled Natural Biomass • Zero Plastic • Chemical-Free Finishing
Why Coconut Shell? Solving the Plastic Crisis
Marine Plastic Pollution
Plastic makes up 80% of all marine pollution. 8 to 10 million metric tons of plastic enter our oceans every year, endangering aquatic species.
Per Capita Plastic in Dhaka
According to the World Bank, annual per-capita plastic consumption in Dhaka is 22.25 kg, leading to catastrophic urban waterlogging and toxic waste.
Daily Plastic Waste in BD
According to the DoE, Bangladesh generates around 3,000 tons of plastic waste every single day. Aicha provides natural, compostable household alternatives.
Manufacturing in Barisal: Empowering Rural Communities
We established our production setup in the riverine Barisal division of southern Bangladesh, where mature coconuts are grown abundantly.
We collect locally available raw shells and craft them using custom-engineered precision machinery and traditional hand carving. By engaging local craftsmen, rural homemakers, and craftswomen, Aicha generates vital supplemental livelihoods and empowers regional artisan families.
Aicha’s Guiding Principles
Our Mission
To empower rural communities and build a sustainable platform that replaces synthetic plastic with natural handicrafts.
Our Vision
To create a global marketplace for authentic Bangladeshi sustainable eco-crafts across North America, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our Core Values
Utilizing 100% natural resources, leading by environmental example, and honoring generational craftsmanship.
Meet Our Team
The visionaries, brand directors, and generational master artisans turning discarded coconut shells into purposeful living art.
Jiaul Hoque
Co-Founder & CEO
Certified Educator at National Geographic Society. Environmental activist, writer, and traveler. Dedicated to empowering indigenous communities and artisan families across southern Bengal.
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Shawon Al Amin
Director, Brand & Marketing
Driving sustainable brand storytelling, market outreach, and eco-conscious digital campaigns to bring Bengal's coconut shell crafts to nationwide and global audiences.
Navid Rijoane
Director, Product Innovation
Professional designer, painter, writer, and climate activist working for social impact. Passionate about crafting as an alternative media of environmental education and design.
James Timothy Adhikary
Lead Artisan
Decades of generational coconut shell carving and woodwork mastery. Directing workshop quality standards, hand-finishing, and mentoring local artisan families in Barisal.
Mondira Adhikary
Artisan
Specializing in fine pattern carving, surface smoothing, and natural organic oil buffing. Bringing patience, delicate precision, and artisan warmth to every handmade creation.
Exhibitions & Fairs History
Dhaka Makers-2025
30 Jan - 3 Feb, 2025AISD Craft Bazar-2023
25 Nov, 2023Bangladesh Festival-2023
27-30 Sep, 2023Climate Expo-2023
5-7 June, 2023Jahangirnagar University Fair-2023
20 Mar, 2023Basanta Fair-2023
14 Feb, 2023Ashiwini Fair-2023
28 Jan, 2023AISD Craft Bazar-2022
26 Nov, 2022Dhaka Climate Talk-2022
3-4 Nov, 2022Climate Camp-2022 (Award Winner)
5-7 June, 2022Barisal Half Marathon-2020
22 Feb, 2020Dhaka Climate Talk-2019
31 Oct, 2019Baisakhi Fair-2019
14-17 Apr, 2019| Event Name | Date | Location | Organizer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhaka Makers-2025 | 30 Jan - 3 Feb, 2025 | Aloki, Dhaka | Dhaka Makers |
| AISD Craft Bazar-2023 | 25 Nov, 2023 | AISD, Dhaka | American International School Dhaka |
| Bangladesh Festival-2023 | 27-30 Sep, 2023 | BICC, Dhaka | Spellbound |
| Climate Expo-2023 | 5-7 June, 2023 | Gulshan Park, Dhaka | The Earth Society |
| Jahangirnagar University Fair-2023 | 20 Mar, 2023 | Jahangirnagar University | Deep Ecology & Snake Conservation |
| Basanta Fair-2023 | 14 Feb, 2023 | Barisal University | Barisal University |
| Ashiwini Fair-2023 | 28 Jan, 2023 | City College, Barisal | Udichi Cultural Group |
| AISD Craft Bazar-2022 | 26 Nov, 2022 | AISD, Dhaka | American International School Dhaka |
| Dhaka Climate Talk-2022 | 3-4 Nov, 2022 | Agargaon, Dhaka | EarthDay.Org Bangladesh |
| Climate Camp-2022 (Award Winner) | 5-7 June, 2022 | Dhaka | The Earth Society & Climate Parliament BD |
| Barisal Half Marathon-2020 | 22 Feb, 2020 | Bells Park, Barisal | Astronomical Association |
| Dhaka Climate Talk-2019 | 31 Oct, 2019 | EMK Center, Dhaka | EarthDay.Org Bangladesh |
| Baisakhi Fair-2019 | 14-17 Apr, 2019 | BM School, Barisal | Udichi Cultural Group |
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