Hamza El Fasiki

                                                 EVERYONE IS AN ARTISAN!

Hamza is an inspiring figure, Writer and entrepreneur, and an influencer. I met Hamza back in 2014 in TECHCAMP ALGERIA organized by NGO, World Learning Algeria in the city of Bejaia. I was astonished by the spirit of entrepreneurship, that he possesses.

 STORY

Hamza was born and raised in Fez, Morocco. He holds an MA in Moroccan Cultural Studies. Hamza is considered as a global. The story of Hamza, started when he realized that there is a gap between generations.

Craft Apprenticeship

Hamza came up with a new idea, in which tourists and visitors become a part of the process of making souvenirs.

This was only for Fez apprentices to learn crafts, but no longer after Morocco signed for the child labor bill. It became harder to preserve such a tradition and priceless heritage. For the moment

In addition, This step is going to grow in a  healthy environment  


Apprentices will learn many valuable skills by being exposed to the sense of preserving the craft traditions or anyone. Participant they can choose anything to learn on the basis of their needs and which include;

Many types of Traditional Bookbinding

Brass Etching & plate making    

Drawing Islamic Geometric Patterns

Traditional Paper Making
Leather Embossing

Inspiration and Entrepreneurship  

Hamza is a global icon for Social entrepreneurship in The Mena region, Also The world, turning the craft into something interesting to learn, enjoying, and buy what your hand-made craft.

Hamza has wisely thought of his country and four-fathers legacy. He devoted himself to fill in the gaps between generations.

Hamza decided to begin learning despite his age, or his mid-career, and succeeded, this is the success that we should get lessons from and be proud of.

Visiting  Hamza’s workshop is a must, not just to learn bookbinding but also to take lessons of life and HOPE!.


You can visit Hamza workshop: www.craftdraft.org ›