"Mohammed bin Rashid Space" and"Emirates Literature" They launch a competition "New sounds in science fiction"

Dubai, January 30 / WAM / Emirates Literature Foundation, in cooperation with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Center, announced the launch of an exciting writing competition under the title “The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Center” for the short story: new voices in science fiction “, with the aim of discovering and supporting a generation New from science fiction literature writers in the UAE.
The initiative seeks to provide a platform for ambitious writers between the ages of 16 and 30 years to display their creative talents in the field of science fiction literature, and the competition invites the participants to present written stories in English or Arabic ranging between 1500 and 5,000 words, provided that the posts are sent before November 16, 2025. Stories evaluation by a distinguished jury that includes a well -known writer in science fiction literature, in accordance with the criteria for innovation, creativity, scientific accuracy, the strength of narration, and the building of characters and literary quality in general.
The award winners are scheduled to be announced at the Emirates Airlines Festival for the year 2026, in addition to receiving a memorial award, and they will also be allowed to join exclusive workshops for creative writing. The winners will receive the opportunity to attend the festival sessions, while their stories will be published in a story collection that will be officially released at the Emirates Airline Festival for 2027.

This competition was announced at a press conference held today (Thursday), within the framework of the activities of the Emirates Airlines Festival 2025, in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Sultan Saif Al -Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth Affairs, His Excellency Salem Al -Marri, Director General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center, and Isabel Abu Al -Hall, Foundation, Chancellor and Member of the Board of Trustees of the Emirates Arts Corporation, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Mohammed bin Rashid Library Foundation, and Ahlam Balki, CEO of the Emirates Literature Foundation, Director of the Emirates Airlines Festival for Literature, Administrative Director of the Elf Publishing House.
Inspiration of humanity.
His Excellency Dr. Sultan Al -Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth Affairs said: “Science fiction has an exceptional ability to overcome the limits of the impossible, and to inspire humanity to innovate new worlds that may become a reality in the future. This competition comes to motivate our youth to explore space prospects and science, and enable them to formulate stories that challenge concepts Traditional and inspire innovation.
Young empowerment.
For his part, His Excellency Salem Hamid Al -Marri, Director General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center said: “Inspiration for the next generation and unleashing their imagination is the essence of innovation and progress, and the basis of our work in the field of space exploration. In science fiction, to enable young creators and thinkers to draw the features of a future based on innovation and scientific progress in the field of space exploration. Ambit towards exploration of space and beyond. “

Continuous cooperation.
“Our continuous cooperation with the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center is an exceptional opportunity for youth in the UAE in -depth in the world of science fiction and exploring its broad prospects. We believe that this initiative is this initiative It will contribute to the discovery of promising literary talents and will enhance a greater passion for science, technology and innovation. .
Enhancing discovery.
For her part, Ahlam Bloki, CEO of the Emirates Literature Foundation, said: “I have always believed that the spirit of Arab culture lies in respecting our authentic traditions and also imagining the future of our society together. The formation of the world that we live today.
She considered that the “Mohammed Bin Rashid Center for Space Center for the Short Story: New Voices in Science Fiction”, open for writers new opportunities for creativity and innovation, and allow them to leave their mark in the science fiction scene in our region. It is an opportunity to lead in this field, contribute to the formation of its future, and the inspiration of future generations. And it confirms that the pursuit of discovery, whether in space, science, or narration is an integral part of our cultural identity. ”
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