MUSCAT: The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, represented by the Youth Communication and Dialogue Department, announced on Wednesday the opening of registration and participation for the fourth edition of the 'Tawasul' Short Film Award for Youth.
The award targets Omani film-makers in the context of supporting cinematic creativity and promoting meaningful community dialogue.
This edition focuses on exploring issues that concern individuals and society, emphasising areas of meaningful discussion and the balanced handling of opinions and viewpoints. This includes topics related to the individual's relationship with themselves, their relationship with the group and the surrounding public environment, or the group's relationship with the local community or broader human society.
Hilal bin Saif al Siyabi, Director-General of the Directorate-General of Youth at the Ministry, stated that the 'Tawasul' Short Film Award for Youth continues its successful journey in its fourth edition for 2026, confirming its strong position in discovering youth energies and developing their capabilities in this vital field.
Al Siyabi added that the award falls within the framework of continuous support for youth creativity and enhancing the presence of national talents in the film-making industry. This aligns with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 to create an informed, knowledgeable society that preserves its identity, possesses skills and capabilities, and keeps pace with cognitive advancements and technological changes. - ONA
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