Damascus, Sept. 21 (SANA)A bazaar showcasing products made by women opened Sunday in the city ofDeir AtiyahinDamascus countrysidegovernorate, bringing together about 60 women participants as part of efforts to supportwomen’s economic empowermentand promote local products.

The “Rural Women” bazaar was held under the sponsorship of the Local Development Directorate and attended by Damascus countryside Governor Amer al-Sheikh. It is part of a wider plan to organize 20 bazaars across cities and towns in the governorate, with the participation of around 1,000 women.

Adnan al-Tabbaa, director of local development in Damascus countryside governorate, told SANA that the initiative aims to support women’s participation in the labor market by providing platforms to display and market homemade and handicraft products.

He said the bazaars are designed to create sustainable income opportunities for families while highlighting distinctive local products from different areas of the governorate.

Traditional crafts and diverse products

Hasiba Zaidan, organizer of the Deir Atiyah bazaar, said participants are displaying a range of products, including food items, homemade preserves such as pickles and vinegar, handicrafts, beadwork and cosmetics made from natural oils, with participation from doctors and pharmacists.

She said the event also includes a section dedicated to preserving Deir Atiyah’s local heritage, particularly the traditional craft of handmade carpet weaving, with support from the “Khatoun Women’s Association” to train and empower women.

The bazaar also features participation by people with disabilities, providing them with an opportunity to showcase their skills and products while supporting their inclusion in community and economic activities.

Visitors can also sample traditional local foods, including “al-Jaaila,” a dish made from boiled wheat, reflecting the connection between household products and local heritage.

Damascus countryside governorate continues to organize community bazaars and initiatives aimed at supporting families economically by providing spaces to display and market handmade products and improve their access to markets.