Daftar: Beginnings
Afikra’s First Book
Celebrating 11 years of fostering global curiosity and understanding about the Arab world, afikra has published its first book “Daftar: Beginnings“ with Kaph Books. It is the inaugural print edition of daftar, which began as a journal and developed into a quarterly online platform featuring essays and interviews on the region's histories and cultures.
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THIS IS NOT A WATERMELON PODCASTA Resurgent Nahda: The Arab Exhibitions in Mandate Jerusalem | Nadi Abusaada
We go back to 1931, when Palestinian journalist Issa El-Issa visited Paris' Colonial Exhibition and discovered Palestinian pavilions had been co-opted by British and Zionist organizers. This experience led the journalist to organize an Arab Exhibition in Palestine in 1933.
Hwar AlMadar Podcast
Hwar AlMadar, is a live podcast series that is part of The Diriyah Biennale Foundation Public Programs, and powered by Afikra, featuring leading experts from institutions around the world that contributed to Al Madar in the Islamic Arts Biennale 2025 in Jeddah. AlMadar (“The Orbit”) showcases objects that embody centuries of knowledge, masterful craftsmanship, and the spirit of cultural exchange.
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Attention Music Lovers and Teachers!
We're thrilled to introduce "Arabic Melodies in Harmony," a culturally enriching project that provides accessible music resources for middle school and high school choirs and teachers worldwide.
Global Youth Academy
Apply to join the afikra leadership program designed for high school students with a deep interest in the Arab world. Learn about our past and present, and help shape this region’s future.
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