ABOUT QAIC

Founded in 2017, the Qatar America Institute for Culture (QAIC) is an independent 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that creates, curates, and executes programs and research that amplify the prominence of all forms of art and culture in society. QAIC cultivates artistic expression and cultural dialogue from the United States, Qatar, and the larger Arab and Islamic worlds. QAIC serves as a vital hub to convene artists, curators, storytellers, creatives, scholars and academics, connecting them with a global network that extends beyond its physical space in Washington, D.C. Through art exhibitions, educational programs, scholarly research and cross-cultural partnerships, QAIC provides interactive experiences in an inclusive environment to celebrate and appreciate art and culture.

Culture is a major dimension in our lives, with the unique power to bring all humans together. It informs and shapes who we are as individuals, communities and nations. The people of both the United States and Qatar share a deep appreciation of the diverse expressions of culture, which enjoy the support of all cross-sections of society. QAIC is in a unique position to develop meaningful expressions and experiences, functioning as a bridge spanning the cultures of the United States, Qatar and the larger Arab and Islamic worlds. To improve cross-cultural understanding, QAIC creates inclusive experiences that highlight humanity’s similarities while delighting in the diversity of our differences. QAIC seeks to become a trusted partner and art and culture catalyst by increasing awareness, creating harmony and fostering human creativity in society.