I have over 15 years of experience working in International Development and Cultural Diplomacy from the UN to the 2020 Dubai and 2015 Milan World Expos, and recently the LA28 Olympics. I have over the past few years been focus on my art gallery and consultancy Just4Fen, exploring Iraqi art and culture to world and believe the UAE is the place to excel my goal of cultural diplomacy as we are in the midst of a cultural renaissance here in the Middle East. I believe platforms such as 1833 is propelling this renaissance into the future and I’d love to be a part of this transformation!

Referred by Chef Zaid. As I recently mentioned, I’d like to join to be part of and contribute to the cultural renaissance that is taking part in the Middle East, with the UAE as its hub. My knowledge, exposure, network and passion for the arts, and specially Iraqi art can contribute the ecosystem you are establishing. At Just4Fen, we are cultural ambassadors, as I know the community it 1833 is as well!

More broadly Arts & Culture, from Art, food, fashion, music etc. but more specifically I work to promote Iraqi artists and creatives. In my free time I travel, go to art galleries, museums, and talks. Explore explore explore! I will often plan trips around a food market, restaurant or art show, and then get lost in the streets to let my curiosity run wild.