Hinnawi had the distinct privilege of participating in a highly successful panel discussion hosted at the University of Jordan. The distinguished panel included Minister Maha Al Ali and Social Responsibility Director Lina Hourani, moderated by the accomplished Dr. Jumana Al Zoubi.
During her presentation, Hinnawi captivatingly recounted her journey to business success, shedding light on the challenges she encountered as a woman in the business world. She also shared her inspiring experience as a trailblazing Jordanian fashion designer who achieved international recognition through unwavering determination and hard work.
Following her insightful talk, the event featured an engaging Q&A session, allowing students to delve deeper into the topics discussed and gain valuable insights from Hinnawi's remarkable career.
Hama Hinnawi, humanitarian fashion designer and founder of HAMA, was invited as a featured speaker at the launch of Tatreez Circle, a cultural wellness program hosted by MENA Community Center in Chicago. In this community-centered event, Hama explored the history and meaning of Palestinian tatreez embroidery, highlighting its roots in storytelling, identity, and resistance. She also shared how HAMA empowers refugee women by transforming traditional embroidery into high-fashion pieces while preserving heritage and supporting economic sustainability. This event brought together Chicago’s Arab and Palestinian communities to honor embroidery as a tool of cultural preservation, women’s empowerment, and intergenerational healing.