Certificates Awarded to Women Who Completed Needle Lace Course in Elazığ
Twenty participants who completed the beaded needle lace course, held within the scope of a project supporting women's economic development in Elazığ, received their certificates.
Twenty trainees who successfully completed the beaded needle lace course, part of the Power of Women's Labor project carried out in cooperation with the Elazığ Municipality, TÜBİTAK, and Kadir Has University, received their certificates at a ceremony held.
Project and Course Details
Various activities are carried out by the Elazığ Municipality Directorate of Culture, Art, and Social Affairs to support women's economic development and preserve the city's cultural heritage. The beaded needle lace course of the TÜBİTAK-supported Power of Women's Labor project, implemented in cooperation with Kadir Has University, was successfully completed within this scope. Thanks to the project coordinated by the Elazığ Municipality ADEM, the trainees found the opportunity to improve their manual skills.
Produced Works and Exhibition
Throughout the training period, the trainees produced various works such as lapel pins, trays, headscarves, veils, bridal bouquets, and bridal crowns. Additionally, traditional handicraft products such as jewelry and rosary tips were meticulously crafted. These valuable products were presented to visitors through an exhibition held at the building of the Elazığ Municipality Directorate of Culture, Art, and Social Affairs.
Certificate Ceremony and Participants
A special certificate presentation ceremony was held in Elazığ for the 20 trainees who successfully completed the course. The ceremony was attended by Mehmet Karaaslan, Director of Culture, Art, and Social Affairs of Elazığ Municipality, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Gürsoy, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra Bayhantopçu, and the trainees. With the ceremony held, the participants received their documents, which were the reward of their labor, from the hands of the protocol members.
Future Support and Emphasis
Delivering a speech at the ceremony, Director of Culture, Art, and Social Affairs Mehmet Karaaslan drew attention to the great importance the project holds for women's employment and economic empowerment. Karaaslan stated that such efforts supporting women's involvement in production processes will continue to increase in the future. Following the speeches, the participants were presented with their certificates and the program concluded.