Our Vision
The award should be a global reference that celebrates translation as a pillar of civilized and knowledge dialogue.
Towards a world without language barriers
Translation is not just words that move between languages, but a gateway to deeper understanding, broader dialogue, and stronger human connection. The King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz International Award for Translation celebrates the efforts of translators who build bridges of knowledge between nations. Find out how the award supports language creativity and what makes it one of the world's most prominent awards in the field.
«Translation constitutes a vast space for knowledge, acquaintance, cultural exchange and dialogue of cultures in a world founded on difference and difference, as it plays a major role in building bridges between nations and peoples, so many Arab intellectuals working in scientific and cultural spaces have called for the achievement of a comprehensive vision and a unified strategy to advance the publishing and translation industries, especially in the scientific fields.»
Who are we?
A window that opens the horizons of cultural communication between the world through the Arabic language
The award was established by a decision of the Board of Directors of the King Abdulaziz Public Library on the ninth of Shawwal 1427 AH (October 31, 2006), to be a global beacon that honors pioneering achievements in the field of translation, whether from Arabic or into Arabic. The award is based at the King Abdulaziz Public Library in Riyadh, and is awarded every two years to honor outstanding efforts that promote bridges of mutual understanding and enrich cultural dialogue between peoples.
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Our Mission
Encourage creativity in translation from and into Arabic, support translators and institutions, and build sustainable cultural partnerships.
Our goals
Strategic objectives that guide the award cycle and community programs.
Elevate translation
Recognize translators and publishers who raise quality and reach.
Support Arabic content
Encourage production and transfer of knowledge in Arabic.
Global exchange
Build bridges between Arabic and world languages and cultures.
Award branches
The award is granted across several branches covering different fields of translation
Award components
Certificate and medal
Commemorative medal
Awarded to the winner in recognition of their achievement.
Cash prize
SAR 750,000
Prize value for the eligible category under the regulations.
Media recognition
Official coverage
Spotlighting winners through events and official channels.
Certificates and documentation
Accredited documents
Official certificates for winners and distinguished nominees.
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