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Asad Ali Jafri

Curator of Programs, Shangri La - Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design
Honolulu, HI

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Asad utilizes the universal language of art to connect communities, cultures and people.

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Asad Ali Jafri is a cultural producer, global arts leader and interdisciplinary artist with a creative vision for sustainable social change. As an innovative thinker, Asad utilizes the universal language of art to connect communities, cultures and people to transform interactions, perceptions, and collective consciousness.

Since 2001, Asad has worked passionately with artists, creatives, and thought leaders across nations, disciplines, and genres to curate meaningful productions, design sustainable initiatives, and build strong communities.

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Bringing music to the heart of Chicago
Chicago Reporter | May 12, 2015
Syrian American rapper-poet Offendum headlines 'Street Science' in Palos Hills
Chicago Tribune | Mar 18, 2018
Biggest Christian festival in the UK decides to showcase some Islam too
Religion News Service | Aug 18, 2017
What is Muslim Culture? You’d Be Surprised
Hawaii Public Radio | Jun 26, 2018

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