Dr. Ghadah W. Al-Harthi, a distinguished Saudi academic and cultural consultant, was awarded the Rawabi Holding Award in London in November 2022 for her significant contributions to fostering cultural ties between Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom. The award was presented by Abdulaziz Al-Turki, Chairman of Rawabi Holding, during the Saudi British Society’s annual dinner, attended by Prince Khalid bin Bandar, the Saudi ambassador to the UK.
Based in London, Dr. Al-Harthi serves as a senior lecturer and Associate Director of the MA Innovation Management programme at Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London. In addition to her academic role, she is a senior cultural consultant, providing research, strategy, and content curation for UK consultancies engaged in projects across the Gulf region. Her work emphasizes bridging cultural gaps and enhancing communication between Saudi Arabia and the UK.
Over the past decade, Dr. Al-Harthi has collaborated with key arts and cultural institutions in both countries, aiming to build bridges between communities and promote cultural exchange. Her efforts have included participation in international events and research initiatives that highlight the rich cultural heritage of Saudi Arabia.
In her acceptance speech, Dr. Al-Harthi expressed her privilege in strengthening cultural relations and leading major projects and research with talented teams in London. She also announced the launch of a London-based cultural initiative aimed at further promoting cultural dialogue between the East and the West.
Dr. Al-Harthi's recognition with the Rawabi Holding Award underscores the importance of cultural diplomacy and the role individuals play in fostering international understanding and cooperation.
