Sumi Alkebsi

Sumi Alkebsi is the Communications Manager at Doha Debates, overseeing the organization's marketing and communications efforts.1 She has a diverse background in communications, digital marketing, and intercultural engagement.

Professional Experience

Prior to her role at Doha Debates, Alkebsi worked at Qatar Foundation International in the communications and youth engagement departments.1 She also has experience in the startup field, where she focused on public relations, marketing, and content management. Early in her career, Alkebsi worked at the Yemen Times in Sana'a, Yemen, writing articles and copy editing for the publication.1

Education

Alkebsi holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications with a minor in religious studies from Marymount University. She also earned a Master's of Arts in digital marketing and data analytics from Emerson College.1

Personal Background and Interests

As an Arab American with roots in both the United States and the SWANA (Southwest Asia and North Africa) region, Alkebsi is passionate about cross-cultural collaboration and global citizenship.1 Her interests include:

• Social media
• Intercultural communications
• Arab studies
• Learning new languages
• Finding solutions to the global climate crisis

Role at Doha Debates

At Doha Debates, Alkebsi plays a key role in the organization's mission to seek new and collaborative solutions to global challenges through debate and civil discourse.2 She is involved in various initiatives, including:

• Live debates on pressing global issues
• Digital videos and podcasts
• Educational materials
• The Doha Debates Ambassador Program, an opportunity for students and young people worldwide2

Alkebsi is committed to engaging and empowering young people to address major global challenges, such as the climate crisis, inequalities between the global north and south, and race and gender inequalities.2