Ain Shams University has announced the launch of the 10th Fatima Bint Mukbark Prize for Women's Sports 2026, in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council. The prize aims to honor outstanding female athletic achievements and celebrate the skills and capabilities of women in sports. The initiative is part of the university's efforts to support and empower women, and encourage participation and excellence in the sports field. The prize is under the auspices of Dr. Amani Osama Kamel, Vice President of the University for Postgraduate Studies and Research.
The Fatima Bint Mukbark Prize for Women's Sports is an annual leading initiative that aims to empower women and highlight their athletic achievements. The prize consists of nine categories, with a total prize money of AED 2.2 million. The categories include: Best Arab Female Athlete, Best Emirati Female Athlete, Best Female Sports Team, Best Paralympic Female Athlete, Best Young Female Athlete (12-14 years), Best Female Athlete in Non-Olympic Sports, Best Coach, Best Influencer in Sports Media, and Best Sports Family.
To be eligible for nomination, female staff and researchers at Ain Shams University must submit several documents, including a nomination letter approved by their college, personal data, a recent job description, and a statement of their athletic achievements and honors. They must also provide a detailed sports biography, certificates, and medals. The documents must be submitted through the university's designated registration link.
In addition to the documents required by Ain Shams University, nominees must also provide additional documents to the prize organizers, including an official letter from the National Olympic Committee or the relevant sports federation, a valid passport, and a sports biography and scientific certificates. The deadline for submitting nominations to Ain Shams University is September 27, 2026, and to the prize organizers is September 30, 2026.
The Fatima Bint Mukbark Prize for Women's Sports aims to recognize and celebrate the achievements of women in sports, and to provide a platform for them to showcase their talents. The prize is open to women from Egypt and the Arab world, and is expected to attract a large number of nominations from across the region. Ain Shams University is committed to supporting and empowering women, and to promoting their participation and excellence in the sports field.
Dr. Amani Osama Kamel, Vice President of Ain Shams University for Postgraduate Studies and Research, emphasized the university's commitment to supporting women's sports and promoting their participation in various sports activities. She encouraged female staff and researchers to nominate themselves for the prize and to take advantage of this opportunity to showcase their athletic achievements.
For more information on the Fatima Bint Mukbark Prize for Women's Sports, including the categories, nomination conditions, and required documents, interested parties can visit the official website of the prize. They can also contact the university's awards office for technical and procedural support.
Key points
- The prize has a total value of AED 2.2 million and consists of nine categories.
- The deadline for submitting nominations to Ain Shams University is September 27, 2026.
- The prize aims to empower women and highlight their athletic achievements in the Arab world.
