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The story of a Libyan artist who preserves Libya's cultural heritage through pop-art

This article is coped from The Popular Chorus, a platform dedicated to the art, literature and culture of the Middle East and North Africa.

Founder of De-Orientalizing Art, Shatha Sbeta, was interviewed by Libya Abroad to talk about De-Orientalizing Art, its mission and vision and why it is important.

De-Orientalizing art is an example of a creative social entrepreneurship initiative that works to empower women to lead fulfilling lives by supporting their creative abilities, recognizing their roles in changing the society, and providing them opportunities for financial independence.

Art has the ability to dismantle fear and cultivating cultural understanding by challenging the current narratives portrayed by politics, which aim to fragment people and create imaginable barriers to their connection. De-Orientalizing Art is a social enterprise that aims to break these barriers through art.

Art plays a vital role in shaping and changing the political, social and cultural infrastructure of society. It is a powerful tool for change and progress.