Fatima was born and raised in Ait Yahya Oualla. Fatima never received a formal
education. As a child she learned how to weave from her mother. After giving birth to her
second daughter she stopped weaving. The responsibilities of taking care of her husband and
daughter became too much. Years later she started to take up sewing and received a diploma in
sewing and weaving. In 2019, Fatima helped start the very first sewing and weaving cooperative
in her village, Arkhbil Sewing and Weaving Cooperative. Fatimaβs confidence grows daily from
the leadership opportunities provided by the cooperative. The sale of her products helps her
family tremendously.
Got a question? Sent it here and an Anou artisan mentor will be in touch via email with an answer shortly. You will receive an automatic email notification once your message is submitted.
