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A collection of Egyptian Street’s East-West ChitChat articles
A collection of articles from East-West ChitChat, a project created by 2017 Gabr Fellows Michael Matthiesen and Abdelrahman Amr.
‘East-West ChitChat’ explores Trump’s actions in regard to the Palestine-Israel conflict
In the latest Egyptian Streets article, Abdelrahman Amr and Michael Matthiesen explore U.S President Trump’s latest steps taken in regards to the Palestine-Israel conflict.
Gabr Fellow releases debut poetry collection ‘Egypt in a Cup of Tea’
6th November 2018
Fabrice Guerrier, a 2018 Gabr Fellow, recently published "Egypt in a Cup of Tea," a ...
Orlando Sentinel reflects on refugee integration in Egypt
In this Orlando Sentinel Opinions piece, Abdelrahman Amr and Michael Matthiesen consider what the West might learn from Egypt's approach to the refugee crisis.
East-West Chitchat explores Trump’s relations with the Middle East
In this latest Egypt Streets article, Abdelrahman Amr and Michael Matthiesen explore U.S President Trump’s relationship with Middle Eastern nations.
Egyptian Streets explores the 25th of January news coverage in Egypt and the US
Abdelrahman Amr and Michael Matthiesen explore the variation in media coverage, between Egypt and the United States, of the 25th January revolution.
Egyptian Streets explores ‘East-West: The Art of Dialogue’
In this Egyptian Streets article, Menna A. Farouk explores 'East-West: The Art of Dialogue'.
‘East-West Chitchat’ asks if US aid to Egypt is really under threat
In the latest part of East West Chitchat, Abdelrahman Amr and Michael Matthiesen discuss how Egypt will be affected if the United States cuts foreign aid.
‘East-West Chitchat’ explores street art between Egypt and the US
In this latest Egyptian Streets article, Abdelrahman Amr and Michael Matthiesen explore street art experiences in Egypt and the United States.
Amr Seda and Michael Matthiesen reflect on the US Jerusalem decision
In this Curias blog, Amr Seda and Michael Matthiesen respond to Trump's announcement of the US Embassy move to Jerusalem.
‘East-West Chitchat’ look at museums in Cairo and New York
In this first Egyptian Streets article, Abdelrahman Amr and Michael Matthiesen explore personal experiences of Egyptian history.
Abdelrahman Amr explores the occupation of Tahrir Square
Abdelrahman Amr reflects on his experiences of the occupation of Tahrir Square and the subsequent Egyptian Revolution of 2011.
East-West Foundation praised in article on Egyptian-American relations
Dr Sasha Toperich writes about the strengthening relationship between Egypt and the United States and mentions the work carried out by the Shafik Gabr Foundation.
Article by Mr Abdel Latif El Menawy
Mr Abdel Latif El Menawy writes about why he supports the East-West: The Art of Dialogue initiative.
Egypt parliamentarian delegation visits Washington D.C.
The East-West: The Art of Dialogue Initiative was highlighted in a recent Huffington Post article, praising Chairman Gabr and the Foundation for bridge-building between The United States and Egypt.
From Cairo to Capitol Hill, a story covered by 3 Day Startup
3 Day Startup has published an article on Alexis Taylor’s Experience as a 2016 Gabr Fellow.
NUSACC writes about meeting with the Gabr Fellows
The National U.S.-Arab Chamber of Commerce has issued the following press release article about their executive management team meeting with this year's Gabr Fellows.
Elan’s Landmark Leader Profile: Mr Shafik Gabr
Under the heading “Successful Businessman and Cultural Bridge Builder”, Elan have published a webisode about Mr Shafik Gabr.
Drew University’s coverage of Chairman Gabr’s Award
The Drew University website has written about the award given to Mr Shafik Gabr by the University’s Center on Religion, Culture and Conflict (CRCC).
Saint Vincent Annual Tribute Dinner
The Mount Saint Vincent website has an article about the dinner at which M. Shafik Gabr was honored for his work on the East West initiative.
Mount announces 2016 Honorees
An article in the College of Mount Saint Vincent website has announced that the college will honor M. Shafik Gabr at its annual dinner in May.
The Flame
An article by Roberto C. Hernandez on Gabr Fellow Jeremiah Bowden.
New York Times on East:West Dialogue
Eve Khan's article on Orientalist Art for The New York Times comments on Shafik Gabr's collection.
Broadcasting Board of Governors
United States Congressmen Jim Moran and Eliot Engel discuss East West issues.
Yale University News
Leslie Bull for Yale University News reports on the recent visit by the Gabr Fellows.
BOND Magazine
BOND magazine, a high-end business and style publication, interviews Shafik Gabr to discuss the East:West initiative.
The Times Literary Supplement
Robert Irwin for The Times Literary Supplement reviews Shafik Gabr's book, 'Masterpieces of Orientalist Art.'
The Washington Post
Bill Turque for the Washington Post discusses Shafik Gabr's art collection and the inspiration behind his East:West exchange initiative.
Shafik Gabr and The Art of Dialogue
The Art Collector, a digital and print resource for art collectors, publishes an interview with Shafik Gabr.
Hali
HALI Magazine, which specialises in news about Islamic art, discusses Shafik Gabr's "Masterpieces of Orientalist Art".
Ibraaz
The visual culture publishing forum Ibraaz reports on the "timely" emergence of Shafik Gabr's East-West initiative.
B-Beyond Magazine
B-Beyond, a print publication that documents the work of leading philanthropists and art collectors, meets Shafik Gabr for an interview.
The Middle East Magazine
The Middle East Magazine reports on East West: The Art of Dialogue.
Adam Levant Interview
Adam Levant interviews Shafik Gabr about his art collection and the East West initiatve.
Adam Levant Article
Adam Levant reports on the initiative and the London launch event.
The New York Cool
Manhattan based blog "Cool New York" reports on the Park Avenue symposium and evening reception at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Artlyst
Artlyst, the London art network website, reports on the London launch of East-West: The Art of Dialogue.
Gulf Art Guide
The Gulf Art Guide comments on the London launch event and how Shafik Gabr's initiative will inspire "relationships across cultures".
Flint Public Relations
Flint Public Relations, a cultural communication agency, reports on the London Launch Event.
رجل أعمال مصري يتبنى مبادرة لتبادل الخبرات بين الشباب المصري والأميركي
رجل أعمال مصري يتبنى مبادرة لتبادل الخبرات بين الشباب المصري والأميركي
The Georgetown Dish
The Georgetown Dish has reported on the launch event in Washington - describing it as "impressive". (Wednesday November 28th 2012).
The Huffington Post Culture
The Huffington Post's Culture UK Site featured a review of the London launch event and the "unbelievably beautiful" selection of Shafik Gabr's art collection that was on display.
Telegraph
The British newspaper, the Telegraph, had the headline: “Blair says 'cultural dialogue' can build bridges with the Middle East”.
جريدة الدستور
مليونير مصري يطلق في واشنطن حوارًا بين الشرق والغرب
The Independent
The British Independent newspaper profiled Mr Shafik Gabr and reported on his East West initiative - in an article dated 15th November 2012.
Washington Times Coverage
The East-West: The Art of Dialogue initiative has been featured in an article in the Washington Times.
Fine Art Connoisseur Magazine
The Shafik Gabr collection of Orientalist traveler paintings is featured in the September/October edition of the Fine Art Connoisseur magazine.
New York Times on East:West Dialogue
The New York Times has reported on the East-West: The Art of Dialogue initiative – describing how the Shafik Gabr Foundation is launching a “global cultural exchange project”.
جريدة الشرق الأوسط
حب الفن يدفع مليونيرا مصريا لوضع خطة للحوار بين الشرق والغرب
شفيق جبر الشغوف بالتصوير ورسومات الاستشراق يطلق مبادرة للتبادل الثقافي بين عدد من العواصم العالمية
Mint Press News
The online news organisation Mint Press News has carried an exclusive interview with Shafik Gabr about his East West initiative.
Art & Antiques Reports on East-West Project
The influential Arts & Antiques magazine has carried an article about how Shafik Gabr believes that Orientalist paintings can further understanding between the West and the Arab world.
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