Waragami
Creating Inclusive Learning Through Art
Waragami provides interactive workshops in paper arts (origami, quilling) that offer equal opportunities for children, youth, and persons with disabilities to learn creative skills. Addressing gaps in public school art education and limited opportunities for PwDs, Waragami trains teachers to use paper arts as an educational tool promoting "learning through play," encourages recycling by transforming paper waste into art, and created the first origami instructions in Braille. Their workshops economically empower women and youth by teaching skills convertible to sustainable income. With remarkable reach, Waragami has trained 70,000+ people, designed 25+ locally produced bilingual products, trained 100+ trainers and 75+ teachers, and created "Waragami Space"—the first artistic/educational space specialized in paper arts. Their "Recycling Corner" initiative operates in schools, universities, and companies. Recognized with awards including the King Abdullah II Award for Youth Achievement.