Tami Aftab’s 'Threads' , commissioned by BFC for London Fashion Week, intertwines South Asian textile heritage with her own biography. Through carefully curated fabrics and a nostalgic setting, Tami creates a visual homage to her roots, transforming a London farmhouse into a space that feels intimately South Asian.

A series exploring the dual identities of women living in the diaspora. Sabrina Salem joins forces with photographer Niko Giovannoni and 3eib to document and celebrate 5 young women: Saina, Taraneh, Alia, Deba and Aya between London and Milan:

The Turkish curly hair specialist tells AZEEMA why she was motivated to create a large-scale collaborative project with her Middle Eastern community not only celebrating the beauty and diversity of curls, but also educating them on how to care for and style their hair.

In diaspora communities, trainers became more than just footwear; they became a symbol of cultural fusion and of the versatility of women’s style. Through the the revival of vintage sportswear or the reinterpretation of classic silhouettes like the adidas SL 72 shoe, West Asian and North African women are infusing their personal style with nods to their heritage and history.

AZEEMA presents the online premier of Hawa. Hawa meaning (‘Air’ In Arabic) is an experimental short exploring dual-identity and lucid memories. Co-directed by Moroccan-Swedish dancer, choreographer and visual artist Mona Namér, and Director Sanna Holm.

For her new zine series, the photographer reflects on her own Sufi Muslim background and the resistance she has seen women face in religious spaces. Through three women who embrace and embody their practices, she attempts to portray the strength and beauty of individual devotion.