Dubai Press Club revives award for media students launched by Mohammed bin Rashid in 2001

Dubai Press Club revives award for media students launched by Mohammed bin Rashid in 2001

‘Ibda’a – The Arab Youth Media Award’ announced at the Arab Youth Media Forum
Ahmed bin Mohammed: Inspired by Mohammed bin Rashid’s vision, we aim to empower young Arabs to become significant contributors to the development of the region’s media landscape
Mona Al Marri: Right from its establishment, Dubai Press Club has sought to support the development of the youth, who represent a vital pillar of the media sector
‘Ibda’a – The Arab Youth Media Award’ will showcase excellence among Arab media students from universities and media schools in the region and across the world
Award will feature seven categories including photography, podcasting, short video, e-sports, animation, graphics, and journalism
Dubai Press Club today announced the launch of ‘Ibda’a – The Arab Youth Media Award’. The award revives a student media award named Ibda’a Media Student Awards originally introduced by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, in 2001 to identify, recognise and nurture young media talent.
Speaking at the launch of the award, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, said His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid