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Our Initiatives
National grant program for culture and creativity
The National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity will support seven fields including: books and literature, music, film and TV, performing arts and theatre, visual arts and design, video games and cultural heritage.
Read MoreCultural Association and Bands Subsidies
Criteria and Procedures for Subsidizing Cultural Associations and Groups
Read MoreModern Architectural Heritage of the UAE Initiative
The initiative - Modern Architectural Heritage of the UAE - explores various facets of urban heritage and its centrality to our national identity. As an inseparable component of our nation's progression, the built environment plays a defining role in shaping our cities and fostering vibrant communities.
Read MoreSmithsonian Folklife Festival
More than 50 artists from the UAE participated at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival,
Read MoreVisual Arts Forum
Considered the largest exhibition of visual art from the Gulf, the biannual showcase of the GCC Visual Arts Forum
Read MoreGolden Visa
The UAE has implemented a long-term residence visa system for five or ten years that is automatically renewed when conditions are met for certain categories that include investors, entrepreneurs and specialized talents.
Read MoreArabic Language Summit
The first edition of the Arabic Language Summit will be held, following the inaugural edition held on the margin of EXPO Dubai last year, under the slogan "Language and Making of Identity"
Read MoreNational Register of Artifacts
The project aims at creating a unified national register of artifacts in all emirates of the UAE. This register helps everyone to know all the details about such artifacts
Read MoreSummer Camp
The aim of the camp is to develop young people's ability to communicate and express themselves in a creative and effective way.
Read MoreAl Burda
Launched in 2004, Al Burda is an international initiative by the Ministry of Culture focused on supporting and fostering creativity
Read MoreReading Month
Every year March is observed as the month of Reading in the UAE; it is marked by a rich and diverse calendar of engaging activities
Read MoreEvents
Thu, 15 Dec 2022
Abu Dhabi - Manarat Al Saadiyat
Arabic Language Summit
The first edition of the Arabic Language Summit will be held, following the inaugural edition held on the margin of EXPO Dubai last year, under the slogan "Language and Making of Identity", during the period..
Read MoreMon, 14 Nov 2022
Kingdom of Morocco
9TH UNITED NATIONS ALLIANCE OF CIVILIZATIONS (UNAOC) FORUM
The event, held under the patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco, dealt with ways to enhance dialogue and cooperation between different societies, cultures and civilizations. The forum hosted member..
Read MoreSat, 08 Oct 2022
Abu Dhabi Creative Hub
‘Expressions of Malid’ to celebrate Prophet Mohammed’s birth anniversary
The Ministry of Culture is hosting an event entitled ‘Expressions of Malid’ to mark the birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). The event which will take place on Saturday evening, October 8, at the Abu..
Read MoreNews
14 May 2024
Ministry of Culture invites Emirati creatives to apply for the 2nd cycle of National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity to provide funding for creative projects
The Ministry of Culture’s National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity was launched last year offering funding support to Emirati creatives to boost the production of creative projects and increase participation in local and international..
Read More09 May 2024
Ministry of Culture Partners with Four Writing and Publishing Entities to Advance National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity Goals
During the 33rd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2024, which concluded on May 5, the Ministry of Culture announced its collaboration with four partners specializing in authoring and publishing. These partners include..
Read More08 May 2024
Ministry of Culture Signs MoU with Fujairah Culture and Media Authority to Launch Initiatives Fostering National Development Culture
During the 33rd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, the Ministry of Culture formalized a Memorandum of Understanding with the Fujairah Culture and Media Authority. This partnership aims to collaboratively develop and implement..
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