In appreciation of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan- May God Have Mercy Upon Him - and in tribute to his pioneering role in unifying, developing and building the UAE and its Citizens; a scholarly Award, holding his name, has been established.

The Award is independent and neutral, it is presented every year to outstanding Arab writers, intellectuals, publishers as well as young talent whose writings and translations of humanities have scholarly and objectively enriched Arab cultural, literary and social life.

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The Award was established under the patronage and support of Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage. The Award is supervised by a Higher Committee that sets the general policies and a Consultative Council to follow-up on its operational mechanisms. The Award aims to:

1. Encourage outstanding writers and intellectuals in the fields of:·
   . Knowledge
   . Fine arts
   · Arab and Humanitarian Culture.
   
   
2. Honor scholars whose creativity and contribution to Arab culture is remarkable.
   
   
3. Celebrate and motivate:
   · Young Scholars
   · Talented scholars
   · Intellectuals
   
   
4. Boost the Arab publishing industry so that publishers can play a proactive role in enhancing Arab intellect as well as enriching Arab Culture with contemporary and remarkable works.

5. Contribute to the advancement of technologies in the educational and cultural fields, whereby the results can be harvested for the education and culture of the Arab World.

6. Promote the translation initiatives and support distinguished works contributing to the sciences, arts and culture in the Arab World.

7. Supporting children's literature by encouraging Arab authors to contribute to the enlightenment of children's mind.

8. Elevate the competitiveness of outstanding Arab writers and intellectuals.