Welcome to Roouh
We are more than just a shop. Roouh is a platform for female refugee artisans to tell their stories in their own words through their craft. Please listen to these stories in the way that they want to be told, by the people who have lived them.
Roouh -giving stories a voice through art
“The beautiful women are the strong, the desperation that shines but does not burn”
(Mahmoud Darwish-Palestinian Poet)
Hi, Marhba. I’m Basma, and in Arabic, my
name means smile, and Roouh is my idea for the refugee artisans in the camps.
We are proud to be a
Certified Social Enterprise
BUSINESS FOR GOOD
OUR COLLECTION
About Us
At Roouh, we are committed to empowering and creating opportunities for stateless Palestinian refugee women artisans. We work with women in the twelve Palestinian Refugee camps of Lebanon, showcasing their art and telling their stories through selling their goods in the UK and globally.
Our stitched products and textiles show superb traditional skills and expertise. They weave together both our artisan's pride and commitment to culture and heritage. Buying these products supports these women directly to thrive in their displaced camps.
OUR REVIEWS
“The power of art is immense. Art is a universal language transcending cultural and linguistic barriers, connecting people. Roouh is enabling this wonderful medium to give a voice to those who are often forgotten. This is an amazing project and I wish it all the success.”
“These textiles speak of superb traditional skills and expertise. We would like to support your initiative to enable women to gain and sustain economic respect within very difficult circumstances.”
“I love the idea of connecting through textiles and creativity. Hope you find a good market for your beautiful work.”
“What an absolutely wonderful and beautiful project. As a grandchild of Jewish refugees, this means a lot to me, and my family and we wish you every blessing and success. We look forward to being able to buy your products.”
“Wishing every success with this important venture, sharing your stories told through beautiful objects.”
“Thank you for introducing me to the beautiful work of Roouh x”
“This looks like an incredible initiative and I very much look forward to hearing and seeing the success of this work. The products and art are beautiful.”
“I love the coaster from Roouh. It fits perfectly in my flat, but I can really see the artistic work and talents of Rouuh’s artisans. I am happy to keep supporting these local artists and I know where I will be shopping this Christmas!”
“‘Roouh’s products are high quality, and you can see the care that goes into every design. The stitching on the purse and bookmark is so neat! They’re also supporting an amazing initiative and empowering refugee women – I would definitely buy one again’”
“I am thrilled with the bag – it’s a real work of art! Thank you. I’m looking forward to browsing through the website for new pieces.
