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Ministry Of Culture Launches Cultural
Competitions For Emirati Children And Youth

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(MENAFN- Mid-East Info) In collaboration with the Supreme Council for Motherhood and
Childhood

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.”
Her Excellency Al Reem bint Abdullah Al Falasi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council
for Motherhood and Childhood, highlighted that the competitions are part of the nationwide
celebrations for Emirati Children's Day, which began on March 15 and will continue
throughout the year under the theme“The Right to Identity and National Culture.”

Her Excellency said:“Through these celebrations, the Council-along with its partners-seeks to
raise awareness among Emirati children and youth about the importance of embracing and
understanding their national identity. National identity plays a vital role in shaping character,

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