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The Alwaleed Cultural Network

The Alwaleed Cultural Network brings together globally important universities and cultural institutions to help create a more inclusive and connected world.

Through our accessible platform – and our trusted programme of education, art and community engagement – we’re breaking down barriers and ensuring the world’s richly diverse cultures, religions and beliefs are respected and better understood. Supported by Alwaleed Philanthropies and its chairman, HRH Prince Alwaleed bin Talal bin Abdulaziz al Saud, the network focuses on what we have in common, rather than what divides us – and uses shared knowledge and experiences to help bridge cultures and bring people together.

Our Vision

Our vision is a more inclusive and connected world in which diverse cultures, religions and beliefs are respected and better understood.

OUR VALUES

Our network is underpinned by four key values:

Human

We show respect, understanding and empathy for other cultures, religions and beliefs – and focus on what we have in common, rather than what divides us.

Inclusive

We are committed to making real-world impact by ensuring our work is relevant and accessible to everyone – regardless of age, background or location.

Collaborative

We work with network partners and engage with the wider community to ensure the global benefits of our work are greater than the sum of their parts.

Resilient

We tackle complex global challenges with enthusiasm and positivity, and believe in the power of our work to achieve a more inclusive and connected world.

Our Mission

Our mission is to improve cross-cultural understanding around the world and in our communities through a trusted and connected programme of education, art and public engagement.

Our history

Bridging cultures is a core principle of Alwaleed Philanthropies Global as we seek to contribute to a more compassionate, tolerant and accepting world. Culture plays a pivotal role in establishing avenues for dialogue and building deeper understanding across different cultures. Our programmes are dedicated to developing this understanding and strengthening the ties between the Islamic and Western worlds.

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