Tunisia Leather Sector: Union, industry start training new generation of craftsmen

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Over 150 students from fashion institutes, and arts and professional training schools have taken part in a prestigious Tunisian competition in design/modeling in leather goods. Adnen Chaouachi reports from the capital Tunis.

The 28th edition of the prestigious Euro-Mediterranean competition "Le Talon De Cristal-Créatif 2018"; Creative Cristal talent was organized at the headquarters of the Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Trade and Handicrafts on the theme: "The sea and its secrets". The winners of this year's edition made very original creations.

HEND FEKIH GOLD MEDAL WINNER, TALON DE CRISTAL-CRÉATIF 2018 "I'm very proud! I've created a coat dress. I used the jellyfish form and painting in my embroidery."

IMEN DHIB BRONZE MEDAL WINNER, TALON DE CRISTAL-CRÉATIF 2018 "I call on all young fashion designers to participate. This experience has changed my life."

More and more young men are tempted to become Stylist modelists and fashion designers in Tunisia. Many talented students have succeeded in a female dominated domain.

MAROUEN HANANA STYLIST MODELIST "I graduated from law school then I changed my career path. We must open up and make our own way to success. Now I can realize all my dreams in the world of fashion."

Tunisian authorities vowed to support young entrepreneurs by providing technical assistance and financial aid.

SLIM FERIANI TUNISIAN MINISTER OF INDUSTRY "The future of the Tunisian industry and handicrafts is in the hands of these young talents. The state will give incentives and micro-credits to encourage the creation of startups and private companies in this vital sector."

The Higher Fashion Institute of Monastir won the three top prizes of the 28th edition of the Euro-Mediterranean contest Talon de Cristal. The gold medalist won a trip to Italy to exhibit her creation and to attend Rome Fashion Week.

ADNEN CHAOUACHI TUNIS, TUNISIA "The Tunisian Union of Industry and Handicrafts UTICA is financing and organizing dozens of national competitions to encourage the new generation of amateur craftsmen and women to become professionals. Experts say these initiatives can create tens of thousands of jobs and boost the economy in inner regions across the North African country. AC, CGTN, Tunisia."