On Race Matters we head to Damascus, Syria as we are joined by researcher and creative Mia Shouha, co-founder and director of Souq. In an intimate chat, she shares how artists create in a complex, post-war context and craft through autonomy and imperialism resistance to find magic and connection. Alongside her collaborator Romy Cole-Groth they’ve begun working on a project that elevates the value and dignity of Syrian craft, collecting beauty in a time of crisis. 

To learn more about Souq and how you can support the launch of their first collection Yasmin, head to their socials @souqq__

This piece was produced and edited by Shareeka Helaluddin. Image courtesy of Souq.