Our Trustees
The Mansoojat Foundation is a UK registered charity founded by a group of Saudi women with a passionate interest in the traditional ethnic textiles and costumes of Arabia.
The trustees of The Mansoojat Foundation play a pivotal role in the governance and success of our organisation. Their unwavering dedication, strategic oversight, and diverse expertise ensure that we stay true to our mission of preserving and promoting cultural heritage and the arts. Through their visionary leadership and commitment to ethical practices, our trustees help us navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and drive impactful initiatives. Their contributions not only strengthen our foundation’s governance but also inspire confidence and trust among our stakeholders, enabling us to make a lasting difference in the communities we serve.
Our Trustees
The trustees of The Mansoojat Foundation ensure exceptional governance, driving our mission to preserve and promote cultural heritage and the arts.
Deema al-Sulaiman Kabbani
Deema al-Sulaiman Kabbani has a varied background in international relations, French literature, Islamic studies, and interior decoration. She completed her studies in International Relations and French Literature in the United States and later pursued Islamic[...]
Richard Wilding
Richard Wilding is a strategic consultant, writer, photographer and film producer, specialising in international cultural relations, community engagement, and the promotion of heritage and tourism. Richard has been working in the Middle East since 2004,[...]
Nadia Alireza
Nadia Alireza is a highly motivated and skilled professional with a proven track record of leadership, project management, and cultural preservation. As the Managing Director of the Mansoojat Foundation since 1999, Nadia has spearheaded initiatives[...]
Mona Khashsoggi
Mona Khashoggi is a theatre and film producer, writer and prominent patron of the Arts. She specialises in reviving cultural stories from the Middle East and bringing them to international audiences. After completing a Masters[...]
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Najd, Central Region and Eastern Region little girl’s outfit
Najd and Central Region Najd, Central Region and Eastern Region little girl's outfit in pure silk. These thobes were specially commissioned and imported from India. Central Saudi Arabia, or Najd, is a land of desert, escarpment and oases. Traditionally, this region has been populated by nomadic herders and settled farmers. Tribal affiliation is valued and frequently spans the nomad–settler divide.[...]
Najd and Central Region thobe in chiffon
Najd and Central Region Najd and Central Region thobe in chiffon embroidered with sequins and gold thread. Central Saudi Arabia, or Najd, is a land of desert, escarpment and oases. Traditionally, this region has been populated by nomadic herders and settled farmers. Tribal affiliation is valued and frequently spans the nomad–settler divide. From its capital at al-Dir‘iyyah near Riyadh, the[...]
Najd and Central Region thobe of fine tulle
Najd and Central Region Najd and Central Region thobe made of fine tulle with two silk side panels and multicoloured sequined sleeve borders. The yoke is embroidered with gold and silver threads. Central Saudi Arabia, or Najd, is a land of desert, escarpment and oases. Traditionally, this region has been populated by nomadic herders and settled farmers. Tribal affiliation is[...]
Wadi Dawasir silk thobe
Wadi Dawasir, Central Region Wadi Dawasir thobe of silk with very fine embroidery along the front and the two sleeves. These embroidery motifs are repeated on thobes from all over the Central Region and are applied to day and evening garments. Central Saudi Arabia, or Najd, is a land of desert, escarpment and oases. Traditionally, this region has been populated[...]