The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ethraa) celebrated the 10th anniversary of its flagship program, iRead, marking a decade of nurturing young talent and promoting a strong reading culture across the Kingdom. The milestone event featured a variety of workshops, training sessions, and interactive activities, along with an awards ceremony recognizing outstanding participants for their creative and intellectual contributions.
During the celebration, Ethraa reflected on the program’s evolution over the past decade, highlighting its role in building an engaged community of readers and reaching thousands of students and knowledge enthusiasts nationwide. The anniversary program included sessions led by distinguished writers, thinkers, and cultural figures, focusing on writing skills, critical thinking, storytelling, and creative innovation.
The event also unveiled the winners of this year’s iRead awards, honoring individuals whose literary and creative projects demonstrated originality, depth, and a strong passion for reading. The ceremony was enriched with open discussions exploring the future of reading and the pivotal role young people play in shaping the cultural landscape.
A decade of iRead stands as a testament to Ethraa’s ongoing commitment to empowering young minds and positioning reading as a foundation for creativity, personal growth, and cultural development. Through initiatives like iRead, Ethraa continues to uphold its mission of fostering inspiration, knowledge, and meaningful creative expression across the Kingdom.
