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Neqş Handicrafts Cooperative

A Kurdish women's cooperative in Geneva making embroidery, felt and needle lace.

A floral embroidery in an embroidery hoop

Its members bring the Kurdish embroidery tradition together with contemporary design. Pieces are sold at craft markets in Geneva and to order, and the cooperative also runs workshops in schools and community centres.

  • Embroidered textiles
  • Felt products
  • Needle lace and jewellery

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Hands planting a young seedling in the soil

Bern · Agriculture

Baxçe Women's Cooperative

A women's cooperative in Bern growing the vegetables and herbs of Kurdish cooking in urban gardens.

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A baby holding an older woman’s hand

St. Gallen · Care services

Hevî Care Cooperative

A women's cooperative in St. Gallen offering childcare and elder care to Kurdish- and Turkish-speaking families.

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Handmade natural soaps in different colours

Lausanne · Natural products

Jiyan Natural Products Cooperative

A women's cooperative in Lausanne making olive oil soap, herbal teas and natural care products.

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