Sharjah celebrates SAAC’s winners in Amman

April 12, 2023 / 4:55 PM

Sharjah24: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah; Amman, will witness from the 26th to the 27th of this April the activities of the 20th edition of the Sharjah Award for Arab Creativity (SAAC) – First Edition to celebrate the winners of the Award.

The event is organised by the Department of Cultural Affairs at the Sharjah Department of Culture, accompanying a scientific workshop under the title "The Future of Arabic Poetry in light of changes”.

In this regard, Muhammad Ibrahim Al Qasir, Director of the Cultural Affairs Department, Secretary-General of the Awar has highlighted the importance of the Award, being a major incubator for creators in all literary fields.

As revealed by the Department of Cultural Affairs during a press conference held previously, about 18 male and female contestants from various Arab countries were announced as the winners of the Award, competing in six literary fields, including: poetry, novel, short story, theatrical text, children's literature, and criticism.

The Department of Cultural Affairs revealed the names of the winners during a press conference held previously, reaching about 18 male and female contestants from various Arab countries.