Alaa Suliman Hamid (MDes ’23) has been selected as a Visiting Faculty Fellow in Design for Spatial Justice at the University of Oregon College of Design . She is currently teaching a landscape architecture studio, SOVEREIGN FLOWS — HEALING FLOWS, that examines spatial justice and the impact of settler-colonialism on the Klamath Basin and its Indigenous communities. Hamid brings a unique global perspective to her teaching and research, drawing from diverse experiences across the Middle East and North America. Hamid’s current work builds on her prize-winning MDes thesis, Ghostopia, which explored themes of resilience, memory, and justice in the Nile Basin.
“I am honored to serve as the Spatial Justice Fellow and to engage in meaningful work that uplifts Indigenous voices and advances equity. Collaborating directly with the Yurok Tribe has been particularly inspiring as we explore restorative approaches to land and water stewardship,” shared Alaa Suliman Hamid.
Her work reflects a commitment to addressing ecological and cultural resilience, challenging colonial narratives, reconstructing histories, and advancing activism through design. Her studio encourages students to critically engage with design as a tool for healing, advocacy, and transformation.
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