DUBAI, 6th September, 2018 (WAM) – The Board of Directors of the Arab Media Awards, chaired by Tiya Rashwan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Awards, and in the presence of the Secretary General of the Award, Her Excellency Mona Khanem Al Mari, in addition to the two winners in the “Best Columnist” and “Best Columnist” categories. , for its winning entries in print, visual and digital categories, was recognized within the 22nd session of the award.

At today’s Awards Board of Directors meeting held remotely through video communication technology, the board members discussed the various stages the judging and screening processes went through and the criteria adopted by the committees for selecting the winners. The criteria specified for the award within the three main axes of “Arab Journalism Award” and “Digital Media Award” are in addition to the “Visual Media Award”, which includes more than 1,000 media professionals, writers and content producers from different parts of the UAE and the Arab world in its five categories. Participated in deciding the winners.

Diya Rashwan pointed out during the meeting that the “Arab Media Award” continues to confirm its impact and positive contribution to the development of media content and the Arab media system in general as a platform to stimulate competition and professional creativity and to honor creators. He appreciated the efforts of the secretariat of the award represented by “Dubai Press Club”. And his efforts to secure the award, the most important Arab award for excellence in the media industry.

He said: The award is an extension of the vision of its sponsor, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, “May God protect him.” His Highness’s compliment to the media. , its message, and its influential role as a partner in promoting and supporting the aspirations of the Arab people towards the future, we are accustomed to from the city of Dubai, which has carried it from the very beginning. Strengthening media work and honoring intellectual and media personalities, advancing the process of Arab media cooperation and providing the necessary opportunities for dialogue and discussion to bring the region’s media to advanced levels.

For her part, Her Excellency Mona Khanem Al Marri praised the important role of the Arab Media Award Board of Directors and the Award for keeping pace with the rapid developments in the media industry, both regionally and globally, especially in relation to those changes. Creating Arabic media content and creating digital tools and platforms that provide a deeper, more impactful and engaging media experience for the Arab audience. Young people are responsible for creating the most influential changes in our world.

He said: We continue to work with the vision and vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and his lofty passion for the media to be a positive partner in supporting the region’s journey towards the desired progress and prosperity through improved news. , effective content and capacity for dissemination and influence, which calls for appropriate respect for all. A distinguished journalist who innovates in achieving this goal and bringing good to Arab societies.

He added: We realize that media companies today are betting on technology to win audiences and expand their reach, but it is important to focus on having human resources that can invest in this development to improve Arabic content and increase its coverage. Influence is a key requirement for the next level..hence the media award. Al-Arabi is important as an Arab platform that encourages media workers to develop their tools and develop new methods and programs in order to gain the trust of the Arab audience.

He thanked all those who contributed to the completion of all stages of the award, leading to the selection of winners for the current session, led by the judging and screening committees, who worked continuously for months in the light of recognized standards. Principles of fairness and transparency in comparison and selection for the various categories of the award to ensure that the best works reach the final stage of the jury and to always set an inspiring example in applying the highest standards.

The “Arab Journalism Award” is the core of the Arab Media Award and includes five categories in addition to the “Political Journalism,” “Economic Journalism,” “Investigative Journalism,” and “Journalism for Children” category, in addition to the “Best Columnist” category. Although the “Arab Journalism Award” includes visual media, it has five categories: “Best Economic Project,” “Best Cultural Project,” “Best Sports Project,” “Best Social Project,” in addition to “Best Documentary.” The “Digital Media Award” includes three categories: “Best News Site,” “Best Business Site” and “Best Sports Site.” As for the “Media Personality of the Year” award, it is given by decision of the Board of Directors of the award to a distinguished Arab media personality in recognition of his contributions that have enriched the Arab media industry in various fields.

This year’s awards ceremony on September 27 is scheduled to honor the winners of the Secretariat of Arab Media Awards in the presence of Emirati and Arab media leaders, senior writers, media personalities, and general. Directors of major Arab media organizations and editors-in-chief of newspapers, news sites and digital platforms in the Arab world.

Notably, the board of directors of the “Arab Media Award” includes: Asharq Al-Awsad newspaper editor-in-chief Kasan Charbel, former Minister of Information Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain Nabil Yacoub Al-Hamar, Naila Lebanese newspaper Al-Nahar Board of Directors Chairman Duweni, Saudi journalist Abdul Rahman Al-Rasheed , CEO of International Holding Company for Media Investments Nord Bouran and Chairman of the Egyptian United Television Department Albert Shafiq Media Services Company, Director General of Dubai Media City and Dubai Studio City Majid Al Suwaidi, Chairman of the Moroccan Press National Council Younis Mujahid, Chairman of the Emirates Journalists Association Mohamed Al Hammadi and Kuwaiti author Dr. Mohammed Al Nuqaimish and Khadijah Al Marzooqi, Digital Media Director at Dubai Media Incorporated.