The Prince of Wales opens exhibition of Pakistan embroidery: APP

LONDON, Nov 19 (APP)- Heir to the British throne Prince Charles of Wales Tuesday attended the opening of a unique exhibition of contemporary textile works using traditional Pakistani craft skills.
The exhibition titled ‘Threads of Change’ showcased result of a unique collaboration between skilled rural women artisans in Pakistan and international designers at The Prince’s School of Traditional Arts, in East London.
The exhibition is part of a long-term social development project designed to improve income of skilled women artisans from Pakistan.
It is for the first time their work has been shown to international buyers and retailers. The aim of the exhibition is to provide women direct access to European markets for high quality textile products, soft furnishings and couture.
Organised by the Commonwealth Secretariat and the Rural Support Programmes Network (RSPN) in Pakistan, the exhibition is the result of a three-year pilot project led by the Gender Section of the Secretariat and RSPN. It represents their ongoing commitment to gender issues, poverty reduction and economic empowerment.

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