About Gladis
Welcome. I am Gladis Audi—an artist, poet, and humanitarian advocate.
My work, whether on canvas, in writing, or through community action, is my way of pondering our shared human experience: our uncertainties and hopes, our defeats and victories.
While my professional career is dedicated to language as a full-time French linguist (you can explore that work at wordswetrust.com), this space is the home for the creative and humanitarian projects that form the core of my identity.
My journey into this work began after earning a BA in International Relations, when I made a conscious shift to build a life around my deepest passions: art, poetry, and advocacy.
The Artist & Poet
Art and literature are central to who I am. They are my tools for expression, reflection, and documenting the world around me.
My literary path includes the publication of two poetry books, “Murmures de Femme” (2004) and “Tristitia” (2005), and participation in the international Printemps des poëtes. In 2012, I also authored “Pure Nostalgia,” a 500-page bilingual book documenting Beirut’s Golden Age.
As a painter, I have had the privilege of sharing my work in over a dozen personal and collective exhibitions between 2004 and 2011, including showcases at the UNESCO Palace, the Abu Dhabi Officer’s Club, and the Deco’Follies.
The Advocate
I believe that art is not just about observation; it must also be a call to action. My advocacy is focused on humanitarian causes, hunger relief, and fostering peace and understanding.
This commitment has taken many forms, from serving as the Master of Ceremony for the 1st International Convention of Francophone Lions (2009) and the International Day with the UN (2010) to leading major community initiatives.
I am particularly proud of my work serving as:
- Chairperson of the Lions Hunger Relief Committee
- Chairperson of the Lions International Peace Poster Contest, a joint initiative with the UN
My very first painting exhibition in 2004 was a fundraiser for the Lions Educational Committee, setting the tone for a life where art and service are inextricably linked. This path was humbly recognized in 2018 when I received the “Access to Knowledge – Empowerment Award” for volunteer humanitarian work.
This website is a collection of these three callings. Here, you will find my gallery of paintings, my poetry, and my blog, where I continue to explore the themes that drive me.
Thank you for visiting.