Handicrafts are a vital part of Syria’s culture and a trip to Syria would not be complete without seeing a beautiful selection of these handicrafts. During the conference, Sanabel will host a microentrepreneur souk bringing the best Syrian artisan microentrepreneurs together at the Convention Palace in order to provide conference participants the opportunity to chat with microentrepreneurs and to purchase local crafts and souvenirs without having to leave the conference venue.

Clients from First Microfinance Institution (FMFI), UNDP Rural Community Development Program at Jabal Al Hoss, Firdos, Bidaya, Ministry of Agriculture and Public Corporation of Employment and Enterprises Development will be participating in the souk. Items to be sold include:

• Handmade bags and wallets
• Various leather products
• Itameen coasters
• Tablecloths
• Baskets
• Bookmarks
• Mobile covers
• Shawls
• Handmade bed covers
• Herbs and natural made creams
• Various wood products
• Handmade photo frames and trays
• Silk napkins and scarves
• Pottery
• And much more!

Make sure to set aside some time during the conference to enjoy the souk!