Basma Khalifa is a multifaceted Sudanese creative whose journey spans fashion, documentary filmmaking, and journalism, bringing authentic storytelling from underrepresented communities to global audiences.
With roots in Vogue and Elle UK as a fashion stylist, Basma transitioned to documentary filmmaking where her debut "Inside the Real Saudi Arabia" garnered over 10 million views on BBC platforms and earned her a "Newcomer of the Year" nomination at the Edinburgh TV Festival. She has directed content for Meta, Apple, and Netflix while co-founding Zola Studios, a creative platform amplifying voices from the Southwest Asia and North Africa region.
Basma's unique perspective helps organizations navigate cultural storytelling authentically, bridging gaps between mainstream media and underserved communities. Her work demonstrates how personal narratives can create meaningful connections across diverse audiences while challenging conventional representation in media and advertising.
Audiences leave Basma's presentations with practical frameworks for inclusive storytelling, strategies to engage with younger diverse demographics, and insights into creating content that resonates across cultural boundaries while maintaining authenticity.
Book Basma to transform how your organization approaches storytelling and connects with today's increasingly diverse global audience.
How can I book Basma Khalifa for my next event?
Email basma.khalifa@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are speaking agents for Basma Khalifa. They are available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Basma Khalifa's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events — just email basma.khalifa@getapeptalk.com and we'll be happy to help!
For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Basma directly.
What topics does Basma Khalifa specialise in?
Basma Khalifa specialises in discussing fashion styling, documentary filmmaking, storytelling about underserved communities and more.
What is Basma Khalifa's speaking style like?
Basma Khalifa delivers compelling narratives through her documentaries, blending creativity and insight. Her storytelling resonates deeply, particularly with underserved communities, making her a powerful voice in the industry.
Does Basma Khalifa offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Basma Khalifa offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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