Joumana Mortada

I am a visual artist and creative facilitator based in the UAE, with over six years of experience in developing and delivering art-based workshops and learning experiences for diverse audiences. My practice is rooted in using art as a tool for expression, reflection, and connection. Over the past years, I have worked across cultural programmes, educational initiatives, and community-based projects, engaging children, students, and wider audiences through interactive and process-driven creative sessions. My experience includes facilitating workshops within programmes such as Al Naliyah, led by the Ministry of Culture in the UAE, which engaged over 15,000 participants across the country, as well as delivering sessions in collaboration with Dubai Culture and the School of Life initiative, including programmes with POD. My approach focuses on creating safe and inclusive spaces where participants feel encouraged to explore, experiment, and express themselves freely. I am particularly interested in how artistic practices can support emotional awareness, confidence, and meaningful connections within groups. I aim to design experiences that are accessible, engaging, and responsive to different audiences, allowing participants to connect with creativity in a way that feels personal and relevant to their everyday lives.