According Amac News: Based on a statement from the authority, these grants will be allocated over the next decade with the aim of developing Dubai's cultural and artistic sectors.
The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority stated that the grants will be used to empower local talent across various cultural and creative industries, including visual and fine arts, design, performing arts, culinary arts, public art, digital arts, literature, heritage, gaming, museology, and professional development.
For this year, the program will include 18 grants, totaling AED 12 million.
The Chairperson of Dubai Culture emphasized that the emirate is committed to being a global center for cultural exchange and innovation. She added that Dubai is working to enhance its global standing by attracting talent and investors from around the world.