The word “Jouzour” means “Roots”. The Palestinian embroidery goes back to 500 years. It is unique both for its cultural and social meanings. In the past, a woman’s hometown could be identified by the pattern and the colors of the design of her dress.

”This art has taken new meanings through the time, turning from being the expression of women’s village identity to the cultural expression of the Palestinian Identity”

The embroidery project of the Palestinian Arab Women League ”JOUZOUR” aims to contribute in the revival of this art, and to help women reach economic independence.

Besides the embroidery on cushions and table centers, bags, slippers, najaf shawls, blouses, dresses, and other items, JOUZOUR introduced modern items such as side lamps, curtains, bed sheets and other items.

JOUZOUR participates in many exhibitions that take place at the ministry of tourism, ESCWA, and the school of Gezairi. In February 2008 an exhibition organized by Ricerca e Coopearzione took place in Venice and Rome. The latest exhibition was held in Al Makassed School of Girls.

PAWL has an all year exhibition in Beirut. For more details, please contact our main office on :+961-1-752254.