Involved Youth Coalition

Introduction of the handcrafts which is about forgotten?
Host institution: Konya Meram Ýlçe Milli Eðitim Müdürlüðü
Dates: 24 - 30 May 2011

Short presentation:
During the workshop, on the first day, participants were introduced themselves and their organizations.
In the next morning was the presentation about handicrafts. Participants were introduced handicraft-examples of their countries; what kind of handicrafts are popular in their country, they gave short and general knowledge about them (were bring some small pieces of your handicraft-examples).
One evening, was organized a culture night to make participants know cultures of each other.
During the workshop, the group visited some historical places, mosques and museums. Also they tasted traditional Turkish and Konya food.
On the other hand, participants worked in Tile, Ebru, Felt and Hat ateliers with colour, mud, water, etc.

Contact Person for Workshop:
Ali Soybelli, Meram / KONYA / TURKEY

phone: +905303305701
e-mail: meramilceab@gmail.com