Rana Awadh
Cosmopolitan City of Aden

The Cosmopolitan City of Aden project is a unique cultural initiative in Aden aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence and social cohesion by reviving its architectural heritage and highlighting its cultural diversity. Participating architects in the project have strived to showcase the cultural, civilizational, and religious diversity in the city while preserving this heritage. The project includes exploring the historical and religious landmarks, as well as the unique cultural elements of Aden. It encompasses a booklet featuring three-dimensional drawings and photographs that depict the beauty of these landmarks, along with a cultural map identifying their locations within the city. The project also aims to enhance cultural and historical awareness among the youth and the community, while preserving the valuable heritage sites in the city.

© Goethe Institut - Jordan Rana Awadh is a Yemeni architect and cultural activist enthusiastic about social development through art and innovation. She has immersed herself in the world of volunteering and community empowerment programs for the past five years, receiving in-depth local and regional training in art and culture and participating in international workshops. She has worked as an illustrator and artistic director for several magazines including Hikaya, Al-Batal Al-Sagheer, Wala Kalima, and Sawa Watn all aimed at promoting community development. Through her professional and voluntary journey, she aspires to realize her vision of building a society that empowers individuals to express themselves and develop their potential through art and innovation.

Favourite Moment
"My favorite moment was to see the participants’ enthusiasm and interest in the project after the training workshop, their astonishment at the amount of diversity contained in this city, and their curiosity to learn more."