Moneypenny Minute: Your Finance Moment
July 26, 2024Women Weavers of Turkey Find Financial Independence
The Carpet Weaver
Few items are layered with as much meaning as a Turkish carpet. Turkish carpets tell a rich story of economy, geography, and local traditions. The proud women who make up the backbone of this rich weaving industry typically weave carpets in cooperatives while the men sell the carpets in local shops. The cotton, wool, and silk for the carpets are sourced locally, as are the foraged herbs such as lavender, meadow root, and walnut shells used as pigments for the wool dye.
The women who work in the cooperative workshops receive stable salaries, training, supplies, and access to health care. It is through these cooperatives that women can become financially independent and fiscally confident. As the women master their trade and bring in regular income, they are empowered to live financially independent lives while helping to support their families. The women carpet weavers of Turkey are a beautiful example of financial empowerment for those who take up the challenge of learning a new trade.