Omar Salha
Founder and CEO of the Ramadan Tent Project (Ramadan 10 Project) and cultural diplomat who organises open iftars and festivals to foster community engagement and interfaith invitation.
Top 3 podcasts with Omar Salha
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Jul 17, 2025 • 1h 38min
#12 - Omar Salha: The Importance of Soft Power and Social Capital
Omar Salha, Founder of Ramadan Tent Project and PhD scholar, explores the vital roles of soft power and cultural diplomacy. He shares insights on integrating Muslims in British society, highlighting the importance of belonging and representation. Omar discusses the evolution of his organization into a structured festival fostering community understanding. He emphasizes grassroots initiatives, the celebration of Ramadan, and the challenges of fundraising, all while advocating for authentic engagement across diverse communities.
Mar 13, 2026 • 40min
#46 - How Can We Help Britain Take Faith More Seriously?
Sohail Hanif, CEO and scholar of Islamic law focusing on structured community solutions. Saleha Islam Bukhari, educator and Sharia consultant who answers public questions on faith. Omar Salha, cultural diplomat who runs the Ramadan Tent Project to spark invitation. Zia Salik, charity leader with expertise in humanitarian mobilisation. They debate belonging, public narratives, invitation through Ramadan, empathy-led practice, and place-based community coordination.
Feb 21, 2026 • 15min
What's the Point of Ramadan Tent Project [#12 Highlight]
Omar Salha, founder and director of the Ramadan Tent Project, leads a UK festival and Open Iftar initiative that creates public Ramadan experiences. He discusses RTP’s journey from pop-up iftars to landmark venues, making Ramadan relatable to wider communities, festival programming and arts, and building inclusive spaces that boost pride and belonging.
