The Literature and Arts category is one of the most prestigious among them.
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The Great Arab Minds Award
The Great Arab Minds Award is an annual award that recognizes and honors outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to the Arab world in various fields. The award is presented by the Arab Council for the Arts and Sciences, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting Arab culture and arts.
History of the Award
The Great Arab Minds Award was first introduced in 2019. Since then, it has become a highly respected and sought-after recognition in the Arab world. The award has been presented to individuals from various fields, including literature, arts, science, technology, and more.
Categories and Prizes
The Great Arab Minds Award is presented across six categories, each with its own prize amount. The categories include:
The Literature and Arts category is one of the most prestigious among them, with a prize amount of AED 1 million (USD 275,000).
Dia Al-Azzawi and the Literature and Arts Category
Dia Al-Azzawi is a renowned Iraqi poet, writer, and translator. He has made significant contributions to the Arab world in the field of literature and arts.
He was a key figure in the Iraqi avant-garde, and his work was characterized by its unique blend of traditional Iraqi motifs and modernist techniques.
Early Life and Education
Al-Azzawi was born in 1939 in Baghdad, Iraq.