Meet Islam Adwan: Her Own Craft at Taabu
Islam came to Taabu in Cairo for her three children. She stayed to learn embroidery and beadwork, and now sells her pieces to help support them.
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Islam Adwan in a red headscarf threading red and black beads at a table in Cairo
FAJR’s leadership on Our TeamI first came to Taabu for my children.
Islam Adwan, 38 | Palestinian Artisan & Mother of Three
My three children were spending most of their days at home. Their father is still in Gaza, and being so far from him has been especially painful for them. I wanted to find them a place where they could play and be happy, surrounded by a Palestinian community that felt like home.
I came for them. I never expected to find something for myself.
After everything we had lived through, I had shut myself away. Being far from home made it even harder to meet people or let anyone in. At Taabu, I began learning Palestinian embroidery and beadwork. Stitch by stitch, I started creating again.
Today, I make embroidered and beaded pieces, including special bags for my daughters. I also sell some of my work, which brings in extra income to help me provide for my three children.
I came looking for a place for my children. I found a new skill, new friendships, and a chance to build something of my own.
Taabu Club ran the Karama Project in Cairo with FAJR Global from April to September 2026, supporting displaced Palestinian women through handicrafts and emotional support.
