Cyren Naôs

Cyren Naôs (formerly Charity Von Guinness) is a cultural strategist, arts advocate, and creative practitioner with over 25 years of experience in contemporary art and cultural development. As former Executive Director of Denver's RiNo Art District, she navigated the complex intersections of public art, urban development, community engagement, and cultural preservation. Her career includes leadership roles at Locust Projects, ProjectArt, and the Institute of Contemporary Art Miami, alongside collaborations with leading artists and institutions. Based in Cairo, she explores the relationships between art, power, cultural identity, and collective imagination, advocating for more equitable, community-centered approaches to cultural development.