Ajam Media Collective, established in 2011 by graduate students, is an online platform that challenges simplistic Western representations of the region and bridges academic debates with wider audiences. It focuses on the Persianate world spanning from Turkey to Central Asia, Afghanistan, and South Asia. Ajam offers diverse content, including articles, podcasts, mixtapes, and projects like Mehelle, which documents urban areas at risk across Ajamistan. The platform brings together authors from various fields, providing critical perspectives on the region's rich heritage and contemporary significance.