Dubai Culture Wins Dual Honors at GovMedia Conference

Dubai Culture won two awards at the GovMedia Conference in Singapore: ‘Digital Initiative of the Year’ for Ramadan Heroes and ‘Campaign of the Year’ for Dubai Calligraphy Biennale, both in the Culture and Arts category.

These reflect the significant impact of Dubai Culture's initiatives and their ability to reach all segments of society, and the Authority’s commitment to integrating innovation with heritage, thereby enhancing its role in enriching the cultural movement in Dubai.

Dubai Culture's Ramadan Heroes initiative, launched in 2020, encourages community contributions through iftar meals and food boxes, promoting tolerance and supporting underprivileged families. Additionally, the Dubai Calligraphy Biennale transformed public spaces with calligraphic art to enrich visitor experiences.

Hala Badri, Director-General of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, highlighted the importance of these awards in showcasing the Authority's efforts to stimulate Dubai’s cultural movement. She said,

“Dubai Culture remains committed to its societal and cultural responsibilities, and to enhancing the quality of life in Dubai while demonstrating the values of Emirati community benevolence and humanity. Additionally, we aim to elevate the emirate’s unique environment and demonstrate its vast capabilities in attracting creatives and talented individuals. Winning these awards is a testament to Dubai Culture’s record-breaking initiatives and a reflection of its excellence on the local stage.”

Shaima Rashid Al Suwaidi, Director of the Marketing and Corporate Communication Department at Dubai Culture, indicated that these accolades reflect the importance of the projects implemented by the Authority. She said,

“These awards show the significance of the projects Dubai Culture implements. Through its various initiatives and programmes, the Authority seeks to embody the essence of its cultural mission and its role in activating the local creative movement, alongside its commitment to cultural and societal responsibilities. The Dubai Calligraphy Biennale has firmly positioned Dubai on the global map and exhibited our dedication to preserving the art of calligraphy. Meanwhile, the Ramadan Heroes initiative has made a noticeable difference in the community by emphasising values of giving and tolerance, in alignment with Dubai's aspirations and vision to be a global hub for humanitarian work.”

The GovMedia conference is an annual event highlighting distinguished government projects and initiatives in Asia that contribute to improving the well-being of the region's population.

News Source: Emirates News Agency