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Video by Spc. Lisa Simunaci

Basrawi Women's Bazaar

362nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment

June 17, 2011 | 4:17

Contingency Operating Base Basrah's Provincial ReconstructionTeam hosted a Basrawi Woman's Bazaar last week. The event is part of ongoing efforts to increase economic stability in Southern Iraq. Local artisans and business women offered hand made traditional and regional gifts. Iraqi businesswomen enjoyed a heavy turnout with a steady stream of customers. There are sound bites from Layla Daniel, Provincial Reconstruction Team Women's Initiative Coordinator, Army Staff Sgt. Jon Marshall. Ohio National Guard, Mayada Radhi, Basra Business Woman, Army Capt. Roland Villarreal, Texas National Guard and Marwa Anad, Basra business woman.