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Ard Dyar, an initiative launched by creative designer Rami Al Ali, celebrates and highlights Syrian talent both locally and globally. This series of intimate meetings fosters open conversations with accomplished Syrian leaders about their career success and how to pay it forward.

Derived from the Arabic word for a private courtyard inside a Syrian house, Ard Dyar reimagines this space in a figurative sense, opening it up to the world. The vision is to grow a community of industry professionals who can support the development, success, and opportunities needed to cultivate emerging Syrian talent.

The Purpose

Ard Dyar’s concept revolves around fostering open conversations with accomplished Syrian leaders who have achieved remarkable career success and empowering young Syrians who are at the beginning of their educational or career journey. To bring this vision to life, we created a platform to connect mentors and mentees, facilitating meaningful exchanges that help guide and support the next generation of Syrian professionals.

If you’re an ambitious young Syrian, whether in Syria or abroad, Ard Dyar is here to support your educational journey. Our network of seasoned professionals connects you with mentors to answer questions, provide guidance, and be your allies.

For aspiring entrepreneurs, our experts can help turn your lofty aspirations into reality, leveraging their experience to support your career or business dreams. If you’re already successful but seek a change, Ard Dyar’s accomplished advisors will guide your transition with insightful discussions and specialized knowledge.

Through Ard Dyar, we aim to create a vibrant community that nurtures talent, fosters growth, and empowers the next generation of Syrians to make a positive impact globally. We believe that capacity building is a long-term investment for a thriving future and are committed to providing the necessary opportunities to uplift emerging Syrian talent worldwide. Capacity building is at the heart of Ard Dyar, ensuring that our community grows stronger and more successful together.

The Founder

Founded by one of the first Arab Couture designers to take his work to new heights internationally with his namesake fashion house.

Rami Al Ali’s commitment has always been devoted to the next generation of talent and has long been ingrained in the brand’s DNA. Since 2017, he honors his commitment to rising couturiers with his mentoring program at the prestigious ESMOD Fashion Institute in Dubai.

In 2019, the designer took part of the non-profit organization Atassi Foundation exhibition in Dubai that aimed to shed light on The early beginning of the women’s art movement in Syria.

The Board Members

Bassam Terkawi
Fares Akkad
Hala Khayat
Hawazen Esber
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Mohamad Kaswani
Sarhad haffar

The Community

Each gathering at Ard Dyar takes the form of a special dinner focused on conversations with prominent experts from various fields. The first meeting welcomed pioneers in the field of art, while the second brought together successful creatives in the world of fashion in Dubai.

The third session brought together representatives from the fields of design and architecture, and subsequent meetings continued to host trailblazers in diverse fields such as culture, health and medicine, social media influencers, media, entrepreneurship, technology, real estate and construction, as well as a variety of other domains.