UAE International Award for Poets of Peace
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Awarded forPoetry promoting peace and humanitarian work
DateMay 1
LocationDubai, International Humanitarian City (IHC)
CountryUnited Arab Emirates
| UAE International Award for Poets of Peace | |
|---|---|
| Awarded for | Poetry promoting peace and humanitarian work |
| Date | May 1 |
| Location | Dubai, International Humanitarian City (IHC) |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| First award | 2014 |
The UAE International Award for Poets of Peace was launched on 1 May 2014 for poets[1] at the International Humanitarian City (IHC) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.[2][3] It is claimed to be the first award of its kind, bridging a multitude of nationalities and languages in which poets will present their sonnets, spreading a message of peace around the world.[4][5]
The global award plan at using poetry to disseminate consciousness amongst people about the importance of peace and raises further awareness for humanitarian work around the world.[6][7]
The award is launched in collaboration with the United Nations World Food Programme.[8][9]
