GMWx Kuala Lumpur

19th September | Islamic Arts Museum

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Learn, Connect, Grow

Step into a world where historic art meets modern innovation, and creativity becomes a voice for change. You’re invited to an exclusive event at the Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur, where thought leaders, artists, and innovators from around the globe will gather for a day filled with inspiration, collaboration, and cultural enrichment.

The day will also feature the six regional finalists selected to represent the Asia Pacific in this years Continuum Spark Awards. The finalists will each pitch their ideas to a panel of experts (and you!) and a For-Profit and Non-Profit winner will be decided to represent the region at the global finals at the GMW Summit in Doha.

Whether you're a seasoned professional, a budding entrepreneur, an investor in Muslim founders or simply passionate about the role of innovation in shaping a better future, GMW KL offers a unique platform to inspire, connect, and innovate.

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Agenda

9:00am: Registration + Opening

9:30 am: “Historic Art Meets Modern Innovation: Designing with Timeless Wisdom”. Explore how timeless principles of art and design continue to shape and inspire modern innovations. Our distinguished panel will delve into the intersection of history and future-forward thinking.

10:30 am: Continuum Spark Awards Pitches (Non-Profit Category). The best visionary non-profit organizations from the 2024 Continuum Spark Awards present their groundbreaking initiatives to a panel of esteemed judges, vying for the coveted place at the GMW Summit finals

11:30 am: Museum Tour. Immerse yourself in the rich history and exquisite artistry of Islamic culture with a guided tour of the museum's most cherished collections.

12:30 pm: Lunch and Dhuhr Prayer

2:00 pm: Panelist Session - “Art of Resistance: Creatives Speaking for Palestine”. Discover how art becomes a powerful tool for resistance and advocacy, with creatives sharing their work and perspectives on the Palestinian cause.

3:00 pm: Continuum Spark Awards Pitches (For-Profit Category).

4:00 pm: Calligraphy Workshop with Kareemgraphy. Experience the beauty of Arabic calligraphy in a hands-on workshop led by Abdul Kareem, a master calligrapher renowned for his innovative approach to this ancient art form.

6:00 pm: Spark Awards Announcement and High Tea. Celebrate the day’s achievements and network with fellow attendees as we declare who are the regional winners of the Asia Pacific Continuum Spark Awards finals

*Please note: This agenda is subject to change. Changes can occur up until the start of the event

Speakers

Dr Mona Kassim

Senior Fellow (Asia Pacific)
GMW Network
Brunei
Guzelya Marisova

Head of Global Partnership
ParagonCorp
France / Indonesia
Abdul Kareem

Arabic Caligrapher
Kareemgraphy
India / Dubai
Riz Ainuddin

Senior Design Operations Specialist
SEEK
Malaysia
Nabeel Shariff

Director
GMW Netwok
UK / Abu Dhabi
Aliza Kim

Inspirational Speaker & Activist
Iltizam Relief Society
USA / Malaysia
Ameera Aslam

Award-Winnng Poet & Bestselling Author
Singapore
Izwan Ismail

Head of Human Centered Design
CIMB
Malaysia
Meryem Chin

Co-founder of TAKVA, Director (Innovation)
Singapore
Dr. Ahmad Eid Al Najjar

Head of Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Unit
at MoH, Gaza / Representative of Iltizam Relief Society
Palestine

Speaking live via Zoom
Rekha Verma

Deputy Head of Curatorial Affairs
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia