Thomas Adkins

Thomas studied Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Cambridge (BA) and then a Master's in Medieval Islamic History at the American University in Cairo. Parallel to his job at The Barakat Trust, he is undertaking a PhD in History at the University of Cambridge where his project investigates the social dynamics of Christian and Jewish communal buildings in the medieval Islamic world. Among his other research interests are the Cairo Geniza, historiography, rural-urban relations, and travel writing.

Previously, Thomas has helped The Barakat Trust organise its Heritage in Arabic (al-turāth bil-ʿarabī) webinar series supported by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture's Education Department. In Egypt, Thomas has worked for Antique Khana Gallery and written about history, culture, and heritage in Egypt for ANUT Cairo.

At The Barakat Trust, Thomas is responsible for the outreach of the organisation including producing the monthly podcast, newsletter and social media, and events.