ABOUT AHMAD JOUMAA

Ahmad Joumaa’s life is a testament to the transformative power of education, resilience, and cultural understanding. Born in a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon and reunited with his family in Denmark at age six, Ahmad’s early experience of displacement has shaped his lifelong passion for bridging cultures and fostering mutual understanding.

Ahmad holds a BA in Politics and Development Studies and an MA in Philosophy from University College London. With over 12 years of experience in adult education, project management, and volunteering, including his work in Gaza during the war, Ahmad has earned recognition from the Danish Agency for Culture and Palaces and the Danish Library Association.

As an author, Ahmad has written a book about the uncertainties asylum seekers face in Denmark and articles on how culture and libraries can promote social sustainability. As a lecturer, he has traveled across Denmark and the Nordic countries, delivering transformative presentations on cultural intelligence, communication, and the role of literature in expanding human horizons. Guided by the ancient Greek aphorism “know thyself,” his lectures encourage audiences to reflect on their identities and foster a deeper understanding of the world.

Ahmad’s work is driven by the belief that self-knowledge and cultural awareness are the keys to building bridges between people and creating a more inclusive, empathetic world.