Speak Middle East (SME) was launched with the goal of fostering a greater understanding of the Middle East and North Africa region at a socio-political, economic, and cultural level. In doing so, we hope to build more interconnected and harmoniously diverse societies, and dispel the harmful stereotypes that exist surrounding people of Middle Eastern

and North African descent.

 

SME also seeks to inspire young people who identify as Arabs by featuring intellectual, business and artistic leaders who share a common history, culture, language and values.