Sultan Bin Ali Al Owais Award Nominations Close
The Sultan bin Ali Al Owais Cultural Foundation has announced the closing of nominations for the 20th cycle of the awards (2026-2027). These awards are an independent Arab prize honoring writers, thinkers, and scientists in the fields of literature, culture, and humanities. The total prize fund amounts to $750,000, divided among five categories: poetry, short stories, novels and plays, literary studies and criticism, and human and future studies. Additionally, there is a Achievement Award, selected by the Board of Trustees to honor an individual or institution that has made a significant impact on cultural life. The nomination period began on February 1, 2025, and ended on August 1, 2026. The awards target candidates from various Arab institutions and individuals, allowing for self-nominations or nominations by writers and organizations. Among previous winners, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received the Achievement Award, and several Arab authors have been honored with awards in various fields.
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