My name is Jila, and I come from Iran, Isfahan. Isfahan is a large city, with many great artists and crafts-people producing handmade objects. I was businesswoman in Iran. I love art, and in the past I supported many artists financially. However, when I came to the UK I didn't have any money, and needed to start supporting myself. When I came to Manchester I didn't have any experience of making jewellery, but I learnt, and I love it, and many people encouraged me to make more. Now I teach others to make jewellery, and sell my own creations. I am involved in activities with the Red Cross, Women’s Voices, Yaran (Iranian community) and WAST (Women Asylum Seekers Together).
