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Anna Lindh Foundation

Thoth Egypt for Development and Heritage

National Network

Egypt

Address

35 Khayrat st Sayeda Zeinab -Cairo

Country

City

Cairo

Province

Sayeda Zeinab

Mobile Phone

+201211128570

Telephone

0227958820

E-Mail

nadaahmedd@gmail.com

E-Mail (2)

thothegy@gmail.com

Year of Establishment

2015

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Contact Person1

Nada Ahmed Habib

Job Title 1

Founder and Director

Contact Person 2

Mohamed Magdi

Job Title 2

Creative Director

Organisation Type

Non-Governmental Organization

Fields of Activity

Arts, Environment/Sustainable development, Heritage, International/Cultural relations, Youth and education

General Information

Thoth Egypt is an innovative cultural organization that has gained notable recognition for its creative and socially impactful work. In 2020, the organization earned third place in the national Tanmeya 2020 initiative
a program supported by multiple Egyptian ministries and the European Union
for its forward-thinking approach to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

In 2022, it also received third place in the Theater Award at the 6th Awladna International Forum for the Arts of People with Determination, highlighting its commitment to inclusive and meaningful performing arts.

To date, Thoth Egypt has created over 12 theatrical productions, transforming knowledge and social themes into powerful conceptual art that resonates deeply with audiences. The organization has built a strong network of partnerships with leading local and international institutions, including
CEOSS,, AIESEC, Goethe Institute, GIZ, ENPACT, TUI Foundation, AIESEC, Bayt Al-Sinnari, Saad Zaghloul Cultural Center, Al Mawred, Darb 1718, and Sayeda Zeinab Youth Center.

These collaborations have enabled Thoth Egypt to sustain its artistic performances and expand its reach across diverse communities inside and out side Cairo.

Mission and Objectives

Mission
To be the picture and the voice of cultural tourism in Egypt, using visual arts and immersive travel experiences to celebrate heritage, foster peace, and connect people across cultures.

Objectives
- Promote Egyptian heritage through tourism and visual arts.
-Empower artists as heritage preservers and storytellers.
-Create immersive social experiences (trips, camps, residencies) for travelers and artists.
-Advance cultural dialogue, peace, and diversity through heritage tourism.
-Build a strong visual and narrative identity for Egyptian cultural tourism.

Main Projects / Activities

Theatrical art for children and cultural tourism form the core of our creative production.
Theater

“Pearls of Venus” (2017)
theatrical mimicry performance that symbolically portrayed icons such as Marie Curie and Malala Yousafzai to advocate for gender equality in education.
This project brought together 22 AIESEC travelers from around the world alongside a local children’s team, creating a powerful cross-cultural collaboration.
We take great pride in this initiative, which succeeded in fostering lasting awareness about the importance of gender equality.

“Nilous” (2021/2023)
A visual art performance dedicated to the River Nile, staged in partnership with Gang Academe—a Sudanese cultural and migration community center. This project creatively explored the river’s ecological, historical, and symbolic significance across cultures.
The project engaged 60 Egyptian and Sudanese children, including 15 children with different disabilities, fostering an environment of creativity, collaboration, and inclusion.

Cultural Projects
Our cultural initiatives extend into touring programs, heritage trips, and interactive tourist activities designed to engage both locals and visitors in meaningful, hands-on experiences of Egyptian art and heritage.

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

- Experience using theater and visual arts to communicate UN Sustainable Development Goals
-A track record of turning heritage themes into engaging, thought-provoking performances and activities.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

I aim to contribute through art-driven cultural dialogue supported by your platform. With your sponsorship, I intend to design creative actions that engage international travelers in experiencing Egyptian heritage.

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