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Syrian Artist Duwaji Merges Activism and Identity in Art

6/26/2025

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Rama Duwaji, a Syrian artist, powerfully navigates themes of displacement and cultural identity through her art. After leaving Damascus for the U.S., she sheds light on body image and mental health within Arab communities. As her fiancé, Zohran Mamdani, runs for mayor, Duwaji skillfully intertwines her activism with her artistic expression, boldly affirming her identity.

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Story summary

Rama Duwaji, a Syrian artist, powerfully navigates themes of displacement and cultural identity through her art. After leaving Damascus for the U.S., she sheds light on body image and mental health within Arab communities. As her fiancé, Zohran Mamdani, runs for mayor, Duwaji skillfully intertwines her activism with her artistic expression, boldly affirming her identity.