Ola Al Mamlouk is a Syrian artist, facilitator, and community advocate with extensive experience using drama and Theatre of the Oppressed to promote peacebuilding, resilience, and social cohesion in conflict-affected communities. Originally from Damascus, Syria, she has worked directly with children at risk, survivors of violence, and marginalized groups, facilitating participatory theatre and arts workshops to explore identity, address trauma, and foster dialogue in safe, inclusive spaces.

Ola has led national and international projects focusing on youth, LGBTQ+ communities, people with disabilities, and displaced persons. Her work blends creative expression, advocacy, and community engagement, empowering participants to share their stories, build agency, and develop constructive solutions to social challenges. She has also designed and coordinated programmes, managing logistics, safeguarding, and partnerships to ensure accessible and impactful experiences.

Her practice emphasizes empathy, cultural sensitivity, and collaboration, bridging the personal and political through creative methods. In Ireland, Ola has continued her work with marginalized and displaced communities, supporting integration and social inclusion through drama, arts, and dialogue. Committed to human rights and social justice, she uses the arts as a tool for healing, empowerment, and sustainable peace, demonstrating how creativity can transform lives in contexts affected by conflict and violence.

Participant in: August 2023 Fellowship: The Arts as a Tool for Peacebuilding