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Press release

In collaboration with the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood

Ministry of Culture Launches Cultural Competitions for

Emirati Children and Youth

Abu Dhabi, May 28, 2025: The Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Supreme Council
for Motherhood and Childhood, announced the launch of Cultural Competitions for Emirati

Children and Youth at MoC’s Cultural and Creative Centres. The competitions come as part of the
celebrations of Emirati Children’s Day, with the aim of strengthening the values of cultural identity

among children and encouraging their engagement in literary and knowledge-based activities. This
initiative aligns with the UAE’s vision to instil national values in future generations.

The competitions, held under the theme “National Identity and Emirati Culture”, are open for

Emirati children between the ages of 8 and 12 to showcase their talents in poetry (Nabati or
classical) and short story.

H.E. Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, emphasized that the
competitions form part of the Ministry’s wider efforts to cultivate talent across all age groups and

enrich the UAE’s cultural landscape through diverse events and knowledge-driven initiatives.

His Excellency stated: "These competitions inspire creativity, strengthen Emirati and Arab
cultural identity, and foster intellectual exchange. They also highlight the essential role of culture

in driving social and economic development, in line with the UAE’s vision of a cohesive,
knowledge-based society. Moreover, such initiatives reaffirm the UAE’s commitment to

promoting cultural diversity, advancing intellectual growth, and supporting individual creative
expression.”

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