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Radio France Internationale
Radio France Internationale
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Isabelle Martinetti

Sharing the art of craftsmanship

Emma-Léa Maréchal is a shoemaker and apprentices superviser. She trained at the Compagnons du devoir house in Pantin, northeast of Paris. (RFI)

Close to 20% of young French people can’t find a job but nearly all "Compagnons du devoir" do. "Compagnons du devoir" is a unique French trade guild going back to the 14th century that trains young apprentices to be highly skilled artisans.
Compagnons Audrey Ludwig and Emma-Léa Maréchal talked to RFI about making luxury handbags and shoes.

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