Michelle Cioffoletti
Contributor
Michelle Cioffoletti is a former programs and outreach assistant at the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington. Prior to joining AGSIW, Cioffoletti worked at the Arabia Foundation where she worked as a communications officer and research analyst focused on Saudi Arabia. She previously worked as an associate producer on the Foreign Policy Association’s Great Decisions program, focused on Saudi Arabia. She also previously held communication and research roles at Logos Institute for Crisis Management, the United Nations Affiliate Religions for Peace, as well as the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Cioffoletti holds a BA in international affairs with a concentration in conflict resolution from the Elliott School of International Affairs at the George Washington University. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree at Columbia University.
Analysis
Ramadan Series Address New Societal Norms in Saudi Arabia
As Saudi Arabia undergoes a generational shift, Saudi Ramadan series provide insight into the social changes occurring inside the kingdom.
The Restructuring of Saudi Arts and Entertainment
As part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s economic and social reform plan, Vision 2030, the kingdom has taken a top-down approach to developing the country’s arts and culture sector.
Ramadan Messaging and the Winds of Change
The Ramadan series "Al-Asouf" folds seamlessly into the current mainstream Saudi media narrative, as the country focuses on developing its homegrown industries and nationalist rhetoric.
Saudi Arabia Sings a Nationalist Tune
Turki Al Sheikh, a larger-than-life figure in the crown prince’s close inner circle, is leading a rise of nationalist music in the Saudi mainstream.
