Nariman Youssef is a literary translator and cultural worker with expertise in the arts & heritage sectors in Egypt and the UK. Before joining the PTC, she spent nine years at the British Library, where she led a bilingual editorial team and created the library’s first in-house translation operation. When she isn’t planning or running cultural projects, she’s usually translating Arabic fiction or, occasionally, the odd song lyric.
What I do: As Director, I’m responsible for developing the PTC’s artistic vision and business strategy, and ensuring its effective governance. I liaise with our funders and partners and report to our Board of Trustees. I also have editorial oversight of our publishing programme, shaping the direction of our lists, and commissioning translators and editors for our upcoming books. If you are interested in working with us or would like to be part of our story by becoming a PTC supporter, please feel free to email me.
