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5/14/25, 11:55 AM MBRF launches 2nd Dubai International Programme for Writing workshop in Tunisia to support young talents
Held under the theme 'Workshop on Creating Illustrations for Children's Stories,'

the workshop is led by Dr. Wafa Thabet Mezghani, a coach in creative writing and

an English and communication professor at the Higher Institute of Technological

Studies of Sfax.

It aligns with DIPW's constant efforts to nurture young individuals and is part of a

series of workshops developed to cultivate a talented generation in the field of

children's literature.

Running until July 2025, the workshop is attended by 10 creative writers. It will

include twelve detailed, in-person practical sessions for young Tunisian and Arab

individuals who are interested in children's literature and passionate about writing.

The workshop focuses on boosting the literary skills of these individuals in

alignment with modern language standards and the goal of preserving Arab

authenticity.

Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of the MBRF, said, "Through such initiatives, we seek to
underscore our vision for Arab literary production and to foster innovation in the

children's literature field. We strongly believe that investing in young talents and
directing them towards specialised writing fields is the key to creating a strong Arab

knowledge society, capable of navigating global transformations. Through the
second edition of DIPW, we reaffirm our commitment to launching top-notch

training workshops that reinforce the DIPW's substantial role in empowering youth
and enriching the knowledge landscape both regionally and globally."

Furthermore, the workshop seeks to contribute to enhancing Arabic children's

literature with modern and creative content that aligns with the needs of 21st-

century children while balancing renewal with the preservation of cultural identity.

It also includes multiple pillars that cover creative writing methods, child-oriented

storytelling techniques, and the advancement of narratives in line with modern

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