Ensaf Tailoring Workshop

Afghanistan

My name is Bibi Nazia, and I’m the founder of Ensaf Tailoring Workshop, located in Sinek village near Haji Syed Hashim Mosque in Zabul province. I’ve always been passionate about tailoring, and with encouragement from my family and friends, I officially started my business five years ago. I completed my 12th grade education and learned tailoring through hands-on training as an apprentice under a skilled master. Over the years, I gained practical experience, and about three years ago, I received support from DRC, which helped me take the next step in growing my workshop. Today, Ensaf Tailoring is a small but dedicated workshop with a team of three women. We specialize in women’s and children’s clothing, including kameez shalwar, traditional dresses, hijabs, and custom-made outfits based on customer orders. Most of our work is done on request, ensuring every piece is made with attention and care. My dream is to expand this business further—train more tailors, establish a standard tailoring workshop, and provide high-quality, locally made clothes to our community. I continue to grow my customer base through referrals from previous clients, and each satisfied customer helps spread the word. With platforms like Aseel, I hope to share our craft with a wider audience and build a better future for local women through skill and sustainability.