Iraqi Craftsmen Club
A professional club founded by leading local and international companies. It brings Iraqi craftsmen of every speciality together under one roof to build their skills and support them professionally and socially.
Since 2016 · With giving, we grow
10 Years of
Success Stories
Founded by a group of local and international companies, the club offers its members the finest services through a range of social and training programmes.
- 34K
- Facebook followers
- 1,043
- craftsmen at the opening
- 10
- years of giving
Founded
2.7.2017
A day everyone will remember
Who we are
A national vision for the future of the Iraqi craftsman
From its very first moments, the Iraqi Craftsmen Club was never just a professional gathering. It was a national vision to shape a new future for the Iraqi craftsman.
Headquarters
Baghdad / Al-Yarmouk, opposite the Recreation Club. Staff, coordinators and representatives in every Iraqi governorate.
Digitally connected
A smart app on every platform, active social media channels and a website.
Our promise
What we offer our members
Expertise & consultation
Training & education
Company links & organised trips
Partnerships with organisations
Exhibition participation
Social solidarity, in joy and sorrow
Awareness campaigns
The club timeline
A journey of giving and growth
From the first conference to the tenth: the milestones that built the Craftsmen Club family across every governorate of Iraq.
The first conference
Laying the foundation: gathering top talent and developing technical skills in the sector.
01
The club opens
Iraq’s first craftsmen’s club launched at a landmark ceremony for 1,043 craftsmen at the Baghdad International Fair.
02
Training workshops
Experts from international companies trained craftsmen in Baghdad.
03
Field visits
Meetings with traders and craftsmen across Iraq, from Baghdad to Mosul, then the west, the south and the Middle Euphrates.
04
Mosul conference
The club’s first step into the governorates, from the heart of Nineveh.
05
Big5 Exhibition, UAE
Touring the exhibition, meeting companies and holding specialist seminars.
06
Anbar conference
270 craftsmen at the Anbar forum.
07
Basra conference
520 craftsmen at an event that brought southern Iraq together.
08
Diyala conference
128 craftsmen at the Diyala forum.
09
Turkey: ISK-SODEX
Turkey’s largest plumbing and HVAC fair, with company and factory visits plus specialist workshops.
10
Najaf conference
520 craftsmen and traders from across the Middle Euphrates.
11
Umrah to the Holy Mosque
Umrah trips for the club’s senior craftsmen.
12
Panel seminar
A seminar with leading craftsmen to coordinate training and skill development.
13
COVID-19: the club stands firm
Professional solidarity and uninterrupted technical support despite a global crisis.
14
The first apartment
The first apartment awarded for 2021 points.
15
The Grand Excellence Award
Launching the Excellence Award to honour top performers, plus the SODEX Istanbul trip.
16
The tenth conference
Celebrating ten years and charting a bright digital and professional future for every member.
17
By the numbers
Figures that tell a decade-long story
800+
craftsmen in workshops & consultations
550+
craftsmen on international visits
68
medical campaigns
29
occupational safety campaigns
250+
cars awarded
160+
Umrah pilgrims
55
professional films
10,250
orders delivered via Sawa
A window on the world
From global factories to the heart of Iraqi projects
More than 550 craftsmen have joined our field trips and international factory visits, bringing the latest technology into the heart of Iraqi projects.
Over 800 craftsmen have taken part in hands-on workshops and specialist technical consultations, raising quality standards and technical skills in the water and sanitation sector.
WorkshopsTop talent in hands-on sessions that build technical skills
Factory visitsRegular trips for leading craftsmen to major global factories
Countries our craftsmen have visited
Germany
Austria
Saudi Arabia
Italy
Türkiye
Egypt
UAE
Thailand
Spain
United Kingdom
Social & professional responsibility
Health & occupational safety campaigns
Alongside technical development, we are proud of 68 medical and 29 occupational-safety campaigns, with doctors and safety specialists visiting craftsmen on site to keep every workplace safe and healthy.
68medical campaigns
29occupational safety campaigns
Dozens of awareness campaigns shared on social media and club channels
The points programme
Points that reward craftsmen, at no extra cost to anyone
The points programme is how the club and its partners thank Iraqi craftsmen for choosing genuine products and for the quality of their work. Every purchase from our partners becomes points that craftsmen exchange for things that grow their skills and improve their lives.
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Buy from our partners
Genuine products from our partners, through approved distributors.
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Collect points
Points are added to your Sawa account for every 1,000 IQD.
- 3
Redeem them for what matters
Electronics, home appliances, travel, cars and much more.
Points per 1,000 IQD
5points per 1,000 IQD
3points per 1,000 IQD
2points per 1,000 IQD
Where do the points come from?
Manufacturers and distributors fund these points from their marketing budgets. Instead of spending that money on traditional advertising, they invest it directly in the craftsmen who install their products and recommend them from real experience, supporting them and their careers. Only genuine, trusted brands with a strong reputation in the market are admitted to the programme, carefully selected by the club, so every point a craftsman earns is tied to a product that craftsmen and their customers can rely on.
No effect on prices
Points are never added to the product price. Craftsmen and customers pay the same price.
Religiously approved
The points programme was reviewed by Dar Al-Iftaa and the Hawza Ilmiyya and confirmed as halal, because it does not affect prices or place any extra cost on the buyer.
Everyone wins
Craftsmen grow and are rewarded, customers get genuine products installed to a higher standard, and companies build lasting trust with the trade.
In the Sawa app, redeem your points for
Plus these club benefits
Rewards
Rewards, from a needle to an apartment
Tens of millions of points have been given to craftsmen and exchanged for gifts and services that reward years of work and commitment.
250+
250+ cars awarded over ten years
2
Two apartments, the first awarded for 2021 points
6,000+
6,000+ home appliance gifts
10,000+
10,000+ tool kits and work tools
Holiday trips and international exhibition tours
Watch the moments
The first apartment: Best Craftsman award 2021
Watch on YouTubeGold bullion for craftsmen on Labour Day 2024
Watch on YouTubeLabour Day celebration 2026
Watch on YouTubeSpiritual recognition
Umrah journeys
160+Umrah pilgrims
We are proud to have sent more than 160 members from across Iraq on Umrah, in recognition of years of dedication and of the quality standards they uphold in their work.
The initiative is part of the club’s vision to empower Iraqi craftsmen morally and spiritually, and to strengthen their pride in belonging to the Craftsmen Club family.
All-inclusive Umrah
Excellence Award 2025
Best Craftsmen of 2025
Honouring the best craftsman in each governorate for 2025: those who earned the most points during the year, role models of precision and field expertise.
From Najaf, the city of learning and civilisation, a craftsman who sets the standard for precision and field expertise, leaving his mark on the national reconstruction effort.
From the heart of Baghdad, Firas Ayoub Al-Maamouri combines authentic hand skill with the latest engineering techniques, leaving his mark on the capital’s landmarks.
From holy Karbala, Hussein Dawood Salman pairs skilled hands with honest work, helping develop infrastructure and serve his community.
From Al-Qadisiyah, Kareem Hatem Aziz combines hand skill with professional commitment, helping develop his city’s infrastructure.
From ancient Babylon, Ismail Latif Al-Jubouri brings deep experience and technical professionalism, raising the quality bar on every project.
From Basra, Iraq’s economic gateway, Hakeem Abdulkareem Khalaf brings deep field experience to the south’s major construction projects.
From Mosul, rising again through the hands of its people, Luay Khazaal Taha embodies determination and professionalism in infrastructure.
From Diyala, Omar Talal brings a high level of professionalism to water and sanitation networks, serving the people of his governorate.
From Dhi Qar, the cradle of writing and early architecture, Jassim Jabr is a model of precision and professionalism in water networks.
From Salah al-Din, Bilal Khudair Abbas brings precision and professional commitment to his governorate’s infrastructure projects.
From Wasit, Ammar Hassan Al-Suwaiti combines field experience with professional commitment in service of his governorate.
From Anbar, land of dignity and rebuilding, Waleed Khalid Rafie embodies determination and professionalism in his governorate’s revival.
Presence & reach
We document your work and build your name
01
The “Craftsman with a Tip” series
A dedicated programme that showcases your technical expertise and shares your field tips with craftsmen and consumers, establishing you as a trusted reference in water and sanitation networks.
02
Project video production
Our media team films your standout projects in professional videos that highlight your precision, so you can market your skills in a modern, compelling way.
55films
M+Millions of views
Wide coverage from satellite channels and news agencies
Sawa app
Your ambition has no limits. We’re here to make it real.
A B2B e-commerce platform connecting companies, merchants and craftsmen, with orders, points and rewards in one place.
- Collect & redeem points
- Earn points by scanning a QR code
- Redeem points for a subsidised retirement plan that secures your future
- Targeted offers & discounts
- Order & shipping management
- Personalised shopping
- Voice commerce
- Favourites & product guides
- Transfer points
- Targeted offers & discounts
- Order & shipping management
- Collect & redeem points
- Personalised shopping
- Voice commerce
- Favourites & product guides
AIAI improves the shopping experience with personalised tips and suggestions based on behaviour and preferences.
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FAQ
Everything you want to know about the club
What is the Iraqi Craftsmen Club?
A professional club founded by a group of local and international companies. Since 2016 it has brought together Iraqi craftsmen of every speciality, offering training, field visits and a points-and-rewards programme. It officially opened on 2 July 2017 at the Baghdad International Fair with 1,043 craftsmen.
Are there courses to become a craftsman?
Yes, there are training courses. Register your name now by contacting the club on +964 770 002 7502, and you will be placed in the next available course.
Where is the club based?
The headquarters is in Baghdad / Al-Yarmouk, opposite the Recreation Club, with staff, coordinators and representatives in every Iraqi governorate. Phone: +964 770 002 7502.
How do I earn points?
When you buy genuine products from our partner brands through approved distributors, points are added to your Sawa app account, and you can collect them by scanning a QR code. You earn 2 to 5 points per 1,000 IQD depending on the brand.
Do points affect product prices?
No. Manufacturers and distributors fund the points from their marketing budgets instead of traditional advertising. Points are never added to the product price, so craftsmen and customers pay the same price.
Is the points programme halal?
Yes. The programme was reviewed by Dar Al-Iftaa and the Hawza Ilmiyya and confirmed as halal, because it does not affect prices or place any extra cost on the buyer.
What can I redeem my points for?
In the Sawa app you can redeem your points for electronics, home appliances, travel and tourism, equipment and tools, perfumes, beauty and skincare, assets and shares, conference prizes, digital cards, social solidarity, and cars. The club also offers Umrah journeys, exhibition visits and a subsidised retirement plan that secures the future of craftsmen and their families.
I’m a craftsman. Can I get a pension?
Yes. You can subscribe to the club’s subsidised retirement service, and the club takes care of all the requirements and paperwork with the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs on your behalf, so you get a pension that secures your future and your family’s. You can also use your points to pay for the subscription.
Can I perform Umrah with the club?
Yes. You can request Umrah for yourself and your family at any available time of the year, and the club covers the expenses. More than 160 members from across Iraq have already performed Umrah with the club.
What is the Sawa app and how do I get it?
Sawa is a free e-commerce platform connecting companies, merchants and craftsmen, with orders, points and rewards in one place. It is available on the App Store and Google Play.
How can I contact the club?
By phone on +964 770 002 7502, or through the club’s Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram pages.
Become part of the Craftsmen Club family
Download Sawa and start collecting points today, or get in touch with us directly.