- Contact us: 058-6475752
- Email for more info: culture@almeemgroup.com
About Us
Meem Art & Culture, Media & Publishing is a pioneering cultural consultancy and creative ecosystem development firm headquartered in Sharjah, UAE. The organisation has emerged as a key catalyst in the region’s cultural and creative landscape, operating at the intersection of arts, culture, education, media, and economic development. The company has also extensive experience in management and project consultancy.
Core Business Domains
Festival Curation and Cultural Programming
Cultural Consultancy Services
Creative Education and Skills Development
Cultural Projects and Research
Media and Publishing Vertical
Creative Industries and Branding
Festival Curation and Cultural Programming
Al Meem specialises in conceptualising, designing, and executing comprehensive cultural festivals that celebrate regional and international artistic expressions. Our portfolio includes:
- Literary festivals highlighting Arabic and international literature
- Multidisciplinary arts festivals integrating performing arts, visual arts, and digital media
- Thematic cultural events exploring heritage, innovation, and cross-cultural dialogue
- Academic and research-oriented cultural conferences
Cultural Consultancy Services
Our consultancy arm provides strategic guidance to governmental and private sector entities in cultural development:
- Cultural infrastructure planning
- Creative economy ecosystem mapping
- Arts and cultural policy development
- Institutional capacity building
- Creative sector economic impact assessments
Specialised Consultancy Areas
- Museum and cultural institution strategic planning
- Creative industries economic development
- Cultural diplomacy and international collaboration frameworks
Creative Education and Skills Development
Al Meem Creative Academy offers targeted educational experiences:
Workshop Categories
- Short-term professional skill enhancement courses
- Creative industries professional certification programmes
- Digital media and content creation workshops
- Cultural management and entrepreneurship training
- Arts administration and cultural project management
Educational Modalities
- In-person intensive workshops
- Online learning platforms
- Hybrid learning experiences
- Corporate and institutional training programmes
Cultural Projects and Research
Al Meem conducts extensive cultural mapping, audit, and research initiatives:
- Comprehensive cultural ecosystem research
- Creative industries economic potential studies
- Cultural heritage documentation and digital archival projects
- Community cultural asset mapping
- Creative sector innovation research
Media and Publishing Vertical
Our integrated media and publishing division encompasses:
Publishing Platforms
- Quarterly cultural magazine
- Academic journal on creative economies
- Digital news portal focusing on cultural innovations
- Book publishing in cultural studies, arts, and creative industries
- Biographies
Media Services
- Cultural journalism
- Creative industry communication strategies
- Multimedia content production
- Digital media consulting
Creative Industries and Branding
Comprehensive services for creative sector development:
- Creative industries ecosystem development
- Cultural branding strategies
- Creative entrepreneurship support
- Design thinking and innovation consulting
- Startup ecosystem development in creative sectors
Technological Integration
Al Meem leverages cutting-edge technologies to enhance cultural experiences:
- AI-powered cultural trend analysis
- Virtual and augmented reality cultural experiences
- Digital archival and documentation technologies
- Data-driven cultural policy recommendations
Mission
To transform the creative and cultural potential into sustainable creative economies, empowering communities through innovative strategies, cultural initiatives, and strategic cultural development.
Longterm Vision
Positioning the UAE as a global hub for cultural innovation, creative education, and sustainable cultural economies.
Partnerships and Collaborations
Strategic partnerships with:
- UAE Ministry of Culture
- Sharjah Art Foundation
- International universities
- Global cultural institutions
- Creative industry associations
Geographical Reach
While primarily operating in the UAE, with a strong focus on Sharjah, Al Meem plans projects across:
- Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries
- Middle Eastern region
- Select international cultural development projects
Leadership and Team
Team Lead: Sabin Iqbal
- Close to 25 years of experience in international media and leadership in cultural organisations
- Have ideated and curated nine international literature festivals
- Expert in Cultural Economics
- 15+ years of experience in cultural development
- Global expert in creative economy strategies
Leadership Team
- Chief Cultural Officer
- Director of Educational Initiatives
- Head of Research and Development
- Media and Publishing Director
- Creative Industries Strategist