MENA Film Festival 2026 — Final Festival Event

The festival’s final event, organised in collaboration with West Den Haag, brought together 25 people. More than seven participants took part in the poetry readings. An in-depth audience discussion explored how racism affects everyday life in the Netherlands and what residents can do to challenge it. Shaalan Sharif led the discussion alongside Salah Naya, a Syrian poet based in the Netherlands.

Drawing workshop

The programme also included a drawing workshop, giving participants another way to express themselves and connect through a shared creative activity