social enterprise partners - Egypt
ByHand
About ByHand
ByHand is a home décor company based in Cairo, Egypt whose goal is to introduce the incredible crafts of Africa to the world. ByHand aims to make the relationship with each of their artisans a sustainable, long term process and to offer opportunities for artisans to connect and collaborate across cultures. ByHand housewares range display a wide range of craftsmanship, from carving to weaving to metalwork. Their collection includes cushions, lighting, tableware and furniture.
Refugee Artisan Group
Currently, eight Sudanese refugees living in Cairo work with ByHand. The artisans are women and they have a wide range of skills, including weaving.
© UNHCR/Pedro Gomes
Sudan
Emergency
Learn more about Sudanese refugees and the UNHCR’s work in the region
Partners
since:
2021
Artisan
origin:
Sudan
Production
Locations:
Cairo, Egypt
Heritage skills
Carving, basket weaving
Features
"I already was working in this craft in Sudan, so when I came to Egypt I could start working right away. This work is very beneficial for me, much better than staying home."
Mahdia, Sudanese refugee artisan
