Ajam Media Collective is a dynamic online platform founded in 2011 by a group of passionate graduate students aiming to challenge oversimplified portrayals of the Ajamistan region in Western media. By bridging academia with the public sphere, Ajam delves into the rich tapestry of society and culture across the lands spanning from Turkey to Iran, Central Asia, and South Asia. Rooted in a shared Persianate heritage, Ajam reimagines a cultural landscape shaped by historical empires, preserving a common cultural thread despite modern-day borders.

With a diverse team of editors, Ajam offers analysis on a wide range of subjects, from gender studies to urban geography, showcasing a unique perspective on contemporary and historical issues in the region. Explore insightful articles, engaging podcasts, curated mixtapes, the Ajam Archive, and the Mehelle project dedicated to documenting threatened urban areas. Join Ajam in celebrating the vibrant complexities of Ajamistan's cultural mosaic