FROM THE ANNALS OF HISTORY - Dr. Ghada Hiijawi-Qaddumi - President World Craft Council - Asia Pacific Region (2013-20)
Dr. Ghada Hijjawi-Qaddumi, President/World Craft Council – Asia Pacific Region (2013-2020) passed away on 1 st April 2021. I had met her when she was here for the World Ikkat Exhibition. I had written about it for the Hindu Ikat - binding the world a nd Silkmark Magazine. This interview or her thoughts in general was published in the Silkmark Magazine. She was kind enough to share her thoughts on crafts in general. WCC-Asia Pacific Region, an NGO established 1964, comprises 5 Regions, one of which is Asia Pacific Region. Being the richest in traditional handicrafts it is the most active in launching programmes. All events aim at spreading awareness (among artisans, and people in general), of the cultural value of handicrafts, and their economic and social importance in the life of communities, individuals and nations. We believe that the "Pride" of artisans in their crafts, is an important part of ...