East West: The Art Of Dialogue

Another principle we hold in high regard at the Gabr Fellowship is the calibre of diversity it fosters across backgrounds, perspectives, speakers, and experiences. Judson Moore recently shared how this shaped not just his thinking, but his personal and professional growth.

One of the most powerful parts of the Gabr Fellowship is dialogue with influential leaders across politics, business, culture, and the arts. For Muhammad Nagi, it was a transformative experience, one that redirected the path he chose to follow. Visit eastwestdialogue.org.

The Shafik Gabr Foundation connects individuals across cultures through its Fellowship. Ibrahim Hammouda shared how it expanded his global network and sparked meaningful dialogue. Learn more at eastwestdialogue.org, where connection powers change.

Our Fellowship brings together brilliant minds —academics, tycoons, and change-makers — for meaningful exchange. Nagi left inspired, launching co-working spaces shaped by ideas he gained.

We should all aim to be global citizens—individuals who understand the interconnectedness of the world and contribute positively to it.

We spoke with King, a participant who traveled to Egypt, about how the Fellowship transformed his perspective. You can travel the world and never truly see what’s right in front of you—the deeper layers of culture, human interaction, and diverse perspectives.

The Gabr Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for invaluable connections and thought-provoking conversations, creating dynamic, two-way streets of communication that bridge cultural gaps and foster mutual understanding.

We recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Ahmad, a past participant of the Fellowship, who shared his personal journey of exchanging perspectives and engaging in meaningful conversations with fellow participants from diverse backgrounds.

Harley took the initiative to organise a meeting between @AlbazarSahar and her boss,@RepBuddyCarter. This in-person meeting allowed them to engage in meaningful discussions on important international issues. Visit eastwestdialogue.org to learn more.

Shafik Gabr created a cultural exchange programme between Egypt and the US. But this programme isn’t like most programmes. This is a programme that will have an impact not only on its participants, but also on the world.

Jack Lincoln participated in high-level conversations “across all industries: politics, business, art, and culture” during his time on the 2022 Gabr Fellowship. For more information, visit our website: eastwestdialogue.org

“This type of exposure: That is the Gabr network.” Pascale Rathle, a 2022 alumnus of East-West: The Art of Dialogue, reflects on the opportunity to engage with the most influential American and Egyptian decision-makers.

Freedom. Far. Wide. These were the words Ibrahim Hammouda used when he was asked to describe America after his visit during the 2017 Gabr Fellowship.

“It finally clicked. I finally understood.” Marielle Becker, a 2022 alumnus of East-West: The Art of Dialogue, takes us through her experience of building personal connections to the many professional meetings and discussions on the Fellowship.

“Berlin, Germany [is] a city where I’m reminded every day of the positive outcomes and the peaceful resolution that comes from a dialogue between East and West.” American-born Judson Moore describes his move to Berlin after participating in East-West: The Art of Dialogue.

Marielle Becker, a 2022 Gabr Fellow, emphasises the importance of curiosity. In her reflections, she highlights how the Fellowship connects deeply with the art world, offering a contemporary lens on the East-West dialogue.

“In 2022, I had one of the most meaningful experiences of my life.” David Ghul describes his 2022 experience of East-West: The Art of Dialogue, highlighting the invaluable lessons he learned, the deep relationships he forged, and the incredible experiences he had.

From the moment Harley Asdit first held a book on Egyptology, a spark was lit within her—a fascination that grew with each page.

Hunter King, a Gabr Fellow from 2017 tells us what's needed to take part in the fellowship.

Mohamed Hassan, a fellow on the 2022 year programme, recalls his experience at the Met in New York, seeing his own culture through the American lens and how the Gabr Fellowship widened his perspective.