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Presents the art exhibition
Letters in Motion
With Khalil Ayed
A Journey Through Arabic Calligraphy and Francophone Identity
The International Student House of Washington, DC in partnership with the Embassy of Tunisia, is delighted to invite you to Letters in Motion, art exhibition on Thursday, February 27th, at 6:30 pm. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to the talented Khalil Ayed, as we explore the timeless beauty of Arabic calligraphy and its contribution to the diversity of Francophone culture.
Doors open at 6:00 PM, program starts at 6:30 PM.
Reception to follow.
Join us for an engaging evening as we explore the timeless beauty of Arabic calligraphy and its contribution to the diversity of Francophone culture. This unique event features an exhibition of the work of Khalil Ayed, a talented Tunisian artist.
The exhibition will highlight the graceful expression of Arabic script while exploring how the art form is being reimagined in contemporary times. Ayed’s pieces reflect a deep connection between tradition and modern artistic expression, reflecting how Arabic calligraphy contributes to the cultural richness and diversity found across cultural landscapes, particularly within the Francophone community.
The event organized by the Embassy of Tunisia in Washington, D.C., in partnership with the OIF Representation for the Americas (REPAM) will be hosted on February 27th at 6:30 pm at the International Student House in Washington, D.C.. The evening will include a reception with brief opening remarks from the H.E. Mrs. Hanéne Tajouri Bessassi, Ambassador of Tunisia to the United States, as well as insights from the artist about his exploration of Arabic calligraphy and its significance in today’s cultural landscape.
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LEADERSHIP SPONSORS
Bahaa and Hassnah Hariri Foundation
BENEFACTOR SPONSORS
Embassy of the State of Qatar
Google
PATRON SPONSORS
Blavatnik Family Foundation
Boeing
Booking Holdings
Eric Melby and Pamela Tripp-Melby
PARTNER SPONSORS
Lisa Barry and Jim Gale
Governor Jim Blanchard and Janet Blanchard
Constellation Brands, Inc.
Eurest
Junica Properties
Krilla Kaleiwahea Foundation (K2)
Sherry Mueller, Ph.D.
Oracle
Stripe
The Webster Group, Global Event Management Firm
FRIENDS OF THE HOUSE
Annettte Aburdene and Elias Aburdene
Amgen
Azar Foundation for Children of the World
The Honorable Michele Thoren Bond
The Honorable Fletcher Burton
Capgemini
Capitol Document Solutions
The Honorable Walter Cutler and Isabel "Didi" Cutler
Larry and Deborah Dunham
Putnam and Charlie Ebinger
Embassy of the United Arab Emirates
Everett Eissenstat and Janet Eissenstat
General Motors
Linda Harper and Robert Demers
Phillip Lauinger, Jr.
The Honorable Ray Mahmood and Shaista Mahmood
Barbara Slavin and Michael Ross
United Airlines
About the International Student House of Washington, DC
International Student House of Washington, DC, a non-profit organization in the heart of Washington, DC, promotes inter-cultural dialogue, encourages life-long connections, and fosters global citizenship by providing an exceptional residential experience to a highly diverse international community of graduate students, interns, and visiting scholars.
We strive to be the model international community and our mission is “soft diplomacy” at its best. Our resident scholars gain a unique cross-cultural experience at the House that helps prepare them for future leadership roles and to take on global challenges. The House instills a spirit of international cooperation and the open exchange of ideas that fosters global citizenship. We lay the foundations for long-term and long-distance global relationships that are realized when scholars return home to their countries.
Registration
Individual registration is required to attend.