Amal Awad
Amal Awad is a journalist, author and screenwriter who is focused on issues of society, religion and popular culture. She is the author of four books and is involved in several screenwriting projects. Amal is also a public speaker and has produced and presented for ABC Radio National.
Meet the Speaker
Where were you born?
Sydney, Australia.
What other jobs have you had?
I’ve been a lawyer, publishing editor, journalist and magazine editor. I now consider myself a full-time writer in various capacities – journalist, columnist, author and screenwriter.
What themes are recurring in your work?
Life and society, with a focus on popular culture, religion and women. Self-development and empowerment.
What have been the highlights of your career?
The publication of Courting Samira, which was a semi-finalist in the Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award 2012
Travelling to the Middle East to research my book Beyond Veiled Clichés – I met many amazing people.
Where have your works been published?
SBS Life, Daily Life, Frankie, Elle, The Vine, Aquila Style, Kill Your Darlings, ABC Religion and Ethics, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Sun Herald.
What are you passionate about?
Writing and speaking about the creation of new pathways and ideas, particularly in relation to minorities; self-improvement; women’s issues; and popular culture.
Haven’t I seen you before?
I have been a guest on ABC Radio National: News in Review with Julian Morrow; Life Matters; and The Drawing Room with Waleed Aly and Nikki Gemmell. I have produced and presented segments for ABC RN Life Matters.I have also participated in numerous events as a speaker, including All About Women at the Sydney Opera House.
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Storytelling: the role of creative works in depicting truth
Perceptions through various forms of mediaThis concept is nothing new – whether it be the supporting character in a film,...
Unleashing your creativity
For many of us, creativity is seen as a luxury pursuit. We see it as a talent we either possess or lack, and don’t give it...
Media workshop
Understanding how the media works is important, not only for the younger generations who are growing up in a...
Workshops - Media for writers
In a swiftly changing media atmosphere, what does it mean to be a journalist today? What opportunities are available to...
The Curiosity of Arab Women
Amal Awad was tired of seeing books that explored the lives of Arab women from a western perspective. She set out to...
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