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Mohamed Baba co-founded MEX-IT Intercultural Management, a consultancy that works to overcome cultural barriers and promote successful integration of immigrant communities in Europe.  His initiative to promote dialogue between Muslims and non-Muslims was recognized for contributing to the prevention of violent ethnic escalations in Amsterdam after the murder of film director Theo van Gogh.  In 2005, MEX-IT organized a Ramadan Festival, the first of its kind in The Netherlands, designed to make the daily experiences of Dutch Muslims more accessible to non-Muslims.  Recognized as a key intermediary between the diverse ethnic communities in the Netherlands, Baba’s work appreciably contributes to the social cohesion of the country.  He is now expanding his focus to include other countries in Europe.

Post-fellowship:

Baba has become involved in several national projects, including one for the Dutch Refugee Council on Media and Imagebuilding in a Multicultural Society. In 2007, MEX-IT organized its annual Ramadan festival in the Netherlands and expanded its activities to Belgium and the UK. MEX-IT is preparing a broader European launch in 2008. Baba also joined a board advising the Minister of Housing, Urban Areas and Integration.

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