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We are excited to announce the launch of the second anthology of the Voices of Future Generations writing competition. Congratulations to all those who entered!
The winners of the second Voices of Future Generations Arabia competition take us to islands and deserts, to secret laboratories and distant planets, far into the future and deep under the sea.
This collection, illustrated by talented regional artists, includes twenty-two stories – eleven originally written in Arabic, eleven in English judged to be the most effective at telling exciting stories of adventure and compassion inspired by the UN Sustainable Development
Goals and infused with the UAE’s dedication to overcoming any obstacle.
Goals and infused with the UAE’s dedication to overcoming any obstacle.
Inspiring and energising, these stories are a great way to start discussions about what we want for the future and how we could get
there. And if readers find themselves particularly inspired, they may even want to enter their own story in the next Voices of Future
Generations competition!
there. And if readers find themselves particularly inspired, they may even want to enter their own story in the next Voices of Future
Generations competition!
The Winners
1st place
Abrar Ahmed Sirohey
Abrar Ahmed Sirohey
For his story "The Beacon"
2nd place
Kripa Dixit
For her story "Sahana and Food Sustainability"
3rd place
Inayah Fathima Faeez
Inayah Fathima Faeez
For her story "Inspiration to Desperation"
Category winners:
Most Harmonious Inclusion of a theme
Most Harmonious Inclusion of a theme
Jaivardhan Manish Nawani
Jaivardhan Nawani is a fabulously charismatic writer and poet from Delhi Private School, Sharjah UAE. His favourite subject at school is English and he aspires to become a famous author. He loves animals and nature. He wishes that humans act as responsible dwellers because that’s the least they can do for Mother Earth. He raises awareness of the true importance of our planet’s well-being particularly through his writings highlighting SDG 11, 13, 14 and 15. Jaivardhan is 10 years old.
Most Riveting Use of Language
Most Riveting Use of Language
Mara Machado-Mullet
Mara Machado-Mullett is an avid reader and a passionate animal lover from JESS. When she is not typing up a storm, you’ll find her playing with her dog Max. She aspires to become an accomplished writer and set up an animal sanctuary. Her dream is to give all animals a voice. Mara is 12.
Most Intriguing Plot
Most Intriguing Plot
Inayah Fathima Faeez
Inayah Fathima Faeez is an avid reader and writing prodigy from GEMS UIS, Abu Dhabi. She loves reading and aspires to become a world-renowned author and bureaucrat. Her dream is to build sustainable cities and communities because it’s important for the urban cities to work in tandem for its people and the environment. Inayah is 10 years old.
Most Creative Character
Most Creative Character
Danial Petric
Danial Petric is a talented and curious researcher from Jumeirah College. His favourite subject is History because it fascinates him. He is empathetic, so he aspires to become a doctor. His dream is for everyone to have access to truthful news because he believes it is powerful. Danial is 12 years old.
Most Gripping Climax
Most Gripping Climax
Shaivi Kalwani
Shaivi Kalwani is an exceptional girl; meticulous and aspiring for the best always. She has a curious nature and zest for philanthropy, traveling and learning about international cultures. Heartmade Dubai is a social initiative that is close to Shaivi’s heart. She has raised AED 80,000 for various charities. Shaivi is 11.
Most Authentic Voice
Most Authentic Voice
Diniru Sathnidu Dissanayake
Diniru Sathnidu Dissanayake is an enthusiastic reader from Cambridge International School, Dubai. His favourite person is Elon Musk and he is inspired by his plans on space colonisation in Mars. His dream is to achieve the SDG Life on Land as he strongly believes that animals make our biodiversity richer. Diniru is 11 years old.
Most Captivating Setting
Most Captivating Setting
Abrar Ahmed Sirohey
Abrar Ahmed Sirohey is a keen learner and a homeschooler. His favourite activities are playing games with his family and spending time with his cat, Wolfy. He hopes to see change in the field of SDG 7: clean and affordable energy production, storage and consumption and aspires to be a part of that change. Abrar is 12 years old.
Most Compelling Solution in a story
Most Compelling Solution in a story
Kripa Dixit
Kripa Dixit is a voracious reader who has a soft spot for books about dragons. She is a student at Uptown International School, Mirdif, Dubai, U.A.E. Her favorite activity is to scuba dive and see the marine world for its true splendor. She really enjoys assignments that require doing research about animals and their environments. She is extremely passionate about reducing the damage that we are causing our oceans. Kripa is 10 years old.
Most Persuasive Point of View
Most Persuasive Point of View
Mirana Gabin Mathew
Mirana Gabin Mathew is passionate about the environment and education and is from Bright Riders School, Abu Dhabi. A literary buff and a budding writer with a gift of gab, her favorite subjects are English, Math and Science. Her dream is to become an advocate for education in impoverished communities. Her strongest belief is that she can use her voice to bring a new and fresh perspective to things that make a difference. Mirana is 11 years old.
Most Thought-Provoking Dialogues
Most Thought-Provoking Dialogues
Ethan Dsouza
Ethan Dsouza is an energetic and fun-loving Homeschooler, living in Dubai. He is an avid reader, writer and chess player. He enjoys science and math and wants to use his knowledge to make a difference in the world. He dreams of using science and technology to protect biodiversity and build a sustainable world for everyone. Ethan Dsouza is 10 years old.
Most Inclusive Representation
Most Inclusive Representation
Advay Saravana Kumar
Advay Saravana Kumar is a cheerful boy from Alnoor school. He loves to learn about trains. He aspires to become a train driver. He believes train transport is the best solution at less cost and pollution for more people. The world will be a better place with his dream of more trains. Advay is 11 years old.
