About Bouchra Rebiai

Bouchra Rebiai, Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Aurora Hikma, is a bilingual English and Arabic speaker of Algerian-Sri Lankan heritage. With roots in Saudi Arabia, she identified the need for quality Arabic content, leading her to establish Aurora Hikma.

Bouchra's journey expanded to Algeria, where she initiated a 'translate-a-thon' to nurture local talent. Her company now excels in providing translation and content services, uniquely empowering Algerian women through remote work opportunities. Bouchra, recognised by the Saudi Ministry of Culture, is a pioneer in bridging linguistic and cultural gaps in the UAE, KSA, and beyond.

About this Episode

Meet Bouchra Rebiai, the dynamic Founder & CEO of Aurora Hickma, on a mission to bridge cultures through language. Born in Saudi Arabia to a Sri Lankan-Algerian heritage, Bouchra's intercultural journey unfolds in empowering Algerian women, speaking at the Saudi Ministry of Culture, and tackling translation challenges in Algeria and Dubai. Discover her insights on translating the award-winning book Ancillary Justice, the pitfalls of automated tools, and her advocacy for nuanced communication.

Get ready for a lighter side with a quick game show and the grand reveal of her 'Greenpill Moment,' breaking free from societal expectations. Join the captivating journey across cultures, one word at a time.

Quotes

9:06 – While different cultures look at things differently, fundamentally, the basics are the same

10:52 – Cultural awareness is not about finding differences; it's about uncovering the rich tapestry of similarities that connect us all.

11:02 – The more we can connect with people, the more we can surpass any language barriers or any other barrier that holds us apart

13:10 – Translation is all about creativity, and it’s one step lower than writing

14:40 – I wanted to share valuable content with people who didn’t speak English

Useful Links

Website: https://aurorahikma.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bouchra.rebiai

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bouchra.rebiai/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/brebiai

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