Mona Khan on our Cultural Differences, Taking Care of our Elders, and Motherhood

Mona is a long time Well Collab Woman, she tells her story of her first visit to The Well Collab and her parenting, upbringing, passions, etc.4:51 being yourself5:21 the 525 Art Show 6:10 we're nobody's judges7:17 same faith, different practices8:10 well circles and the discomfort that can arise9:21 this woman's been through the exact same thing as me11:36 Mona Intro and background22:23 on accolades and parenting23:12 social media and validation23:50 Identity being external rather than internal28:17 work life balance with social media31:37 'your network is your net worth' David from Rock and Bloom32:24 cultural differences, West vs East40:19 men and woman and equality41:23 Muslim woman with a specific purpose42:05 what is feminine leadership 43:21 is you run a home, be a proud homemaker51:22 women in leadership appreciating and rewarding pregnant employees56:51 defining the word 'mother' as womenMona Khan is an artist whose work intertwines her rich cultural heritage with deeply personal narratives. Born and raised in the United Arab Emirates, Mona draws on her Pakistani and Yemeni roots to explore themes of identity, memory, and connection through various artistic mediums. With a Bachelor’s in Visual Communication, she creates poignant visual stories that resonate with viewers.Mona’s commitment to honoring elder generations stems from her own experiences with loss. Having met only one of her four grandparents, her earliest memories are confined to black-and-white photographs and mementos that tell fragmented stories of lives lived. This absence sparked an urgency in Mona—a desire to preserve the essence of those who came before her. As she witnesses the gradual passing of an entire generation, she feels compelled to capture the stories and experiences of the elders in her family.