Since 2022, Ettijahat – Independent Culture’s Sanad in the Digital Realm has empowered Arab and diaspora artists to challenge censorship, reclaim memory, and create across borders. With support from Mimeta, the Asfari Foundation, and the Swedish Arts Council, the program fuels digital creativity in fragile ecosystems through mentorship, grants, and cutting-edge tools like AI and VR.
Abdullah Alkafri, head of the Syrian cultural organization Ettijahat
Abdullah Alkafri calls for cultural and artistic sectors in Syria to actively contribute to political and social transformation by building institutions capable of supporting change. Alkafri urges participation in the constitutional reform process to influence legal frameworks regarding cultural associations, unions, and education systems, ensuring they function independently from state control.
Ettijahat is excited to announce two new support programs designed to empower Arab artists and art collectives residing in Europe: the Rawabet Programme and the Zad: Miles for Connection Programme. Both initiatives aim to enhance the presence and mobility of Arab artists within the European cultural scene.
Sanad in the Digital Realm responds to the needs of Syrian people, both inside and outside Syria, who cannot necessarily gather in physical spaces to reach audiences safely. Digital space offers a viable alternative, particularly for projects using bold and innovative formats
