Luang Prabang-based Ock Pop Tok is a social enterprise working primarily in the field of textiles, handicrafts and design. Ock Pop Tok, meaning “east meets west,” was established in 2000 by a Lao weaver and an English photographer. Ock Pop Tok aims to advance the artistic, cultural and social development of Lao artisans and increase the appreciation of Lao’s diverse textiles and communities through educational activities. They aim to empower women through creating and seeking market opportunities for their products and promote the export of Lao textiles. Working in conjunction with The Lao National Tourism Administration, development agencies, and the Lao Women’s Union, Ock Pop Tok trains artisans from remote areas in dye and weaving skills, product design and business-related skills.