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Aug 2020
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Sultan Al-Qassemi | Bridging Cultures Th...

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Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi is a UAE-based columnist, researcher, and the founder of the Barjeel Art Foundation. His articles have been featured in major publications globally, including The Financial Times and The Guardian. Through the Barjeel Art Foundation, Sultan has significantly contributed to the art scene in the Arab region, making it accessible and influential both locally and internationally. His work spans cultural diplomacy, social media engagement, and fostering a deeper understanding of Arab art and architecture. 

Connect with Sultan 👉 https://twitter.com/SultanAlQassemi 

Theme music: Peninsular, Tarek Yamani 🔊 https://spoti.fi/47I59ns 

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Rami Abou-Khalil 👉 https://www.instagram.com/rami_ak/ 

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ABOUT AFIKRA
afikra | عفكرة is a movement to convert passive interest in the Arab world to active intellectual curiosity. We aim to collectively reframe the dominant narrative of the region by exploring the histories and cultures of the region – past, present and future – through conversations driven by curiosity.
📍 Local events in 40+ locations worldwide http://afikra.com/chapters
🎧 New podcasts + videos weekly http://afikra.com/podcasts
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🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afikra_
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