We Asked Folks in Saudi Arabia: What Makes You Happy?

In a testament to the photographic style of Humans of New York’s Brandon Stanton, who popularized street photography with a personalized touch, we took to the streets of Saudi Arabia. Our photographer Mohammad Alfaraj asked people one question: “What makes you happy?”

Simple enough, the question has the ability to open people up to a variety of feelings, stories and emotions. These heartwarming images show us at the end of the day, each individual contains a set of experiences, things to cherish, and people to love, reminding us that we really aren’t that different, after all.

Lena Kassicieh

Lena Kassicieh, a socio-cultural researcher, journalist and photographer, brings a diverse analytical perspective to BarakaBits. Of Palestinian descent, Lena writes inspiring stories about individuals and organizations working to improve their local communities. Her love of the MENA region shines through her work, and her energy, voice and perspective have been a cornerstone of BarakaBits vision.