Bringing together students, writers, and literary enthusiasts to celebrate and explore the themes of resistance literature.
The Qasioun Creative Literary Festival, a collaborative effort between the Arab Writers Union, the Student Union, and Qasioun University, stands as a testament to the power of literature and cultural exchange. This youth-focused festival, held at Qasioun University, brought together students, writers, and literary enthusiasts to celebrate and explore the themes of resistance literature.
The festival featured a rich array of activities, including a dialogue session with the writer Dr. Muhammad Amer Al-Mardini., and the distribution of prizes to winners of a literary competition focused on themes of resistance and the Palestinian issue, underscoring the festival’s commitment to addressing significant socio-political topics through literature.
The event included a book fair, showcasing approximately 1,500 titles published by the Arab Writers Union, aiming to make literature accessible to students by offering books at affordable prices, reinforcing the union’s dedication to promoting reading and education.
Dr. Muhammad al-Hourani, head of the Union of Arab Writers in Syria, emphasized the importance of themes such as Qasioun, Palestine, Golan, Gaza, Majdal Shams, and South Lebanon, and the importance of young writers addressing these critical issues, thereby fostering a sense of belonging and resistance through their creative works. Al-Hourani’s speech underscored the necessity of reading history with a conscious mind and using literature as a tool to challenge faux narratives.
Dr. Rima Diab, head of the Kenitra branch of the Arab Writers Union, reiterated the union’s commitment to discovering and nurturing young talents. She stressed the importance of cultivating a culture of belonging among the younger generations, encouraging them to engage with literature and express their creativity.
On a personal note, it was Dr. Al-Mardini’s discussion on the interplay between literature and science that I found especially of interest, as something close to my heart.
Read more about the festival here.
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