Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has unveiled the Erth Dubai Awards, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at celebrating the emirate’s rich cultural and social heritage. The awards, one of the largest of their kind globally, will recognize outstanding contributions in two primary categories: Community, and Government and Private Sector. The Community category includes five distinct awards: Best Story to Document Family’s Legacy, Best Document of Dubai’s Oral Heritage, Best Creatively Documented Story, Best Story Documented on Social Media, and Best Dubai Resident Story. The Government and Private Sector category will honor entities for their efforts in preserving and promoting Dubai’s heritage. Submissions for the awards are open until January 15, 2026. Sheikh Hamdan emphasized the importance of these stories, stating, ‘Every family has a story, and every experience enriches Dubai’s journey.’ The initiative underscores Dubai’s commitment to preserving its cultural identity while fostering a sense of community and shared history.