Sharjah youth to master plot and dialogue in intensive four-day writing lab

Sharjah’s Rubu’ Qarn for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators launched the second edition of its Mujawarah programme on Tuesday, 18 August, 2026. The four-day initiative, which runs until 20 August, provides an intensive creative writing track for members of Sharjah Youth and Sajaya Young Ladies of Sharjah. Curriculum and Writing Methodology The programme follows a structured professional methodology designed to transition participants from initial discovery to finished literary work. Training sessions focus on fundamental creative writing tools, including character development, scene setting, plot construction, and the use of dialogue. Beyond technical skills, the curriculum covers linguistic style, editing, and the revision process. A primary objective of the 2026 edition is to build confidence among young writers by providing a safe environment for experimentation. Organisers stated that the programme allows participants to explore ideas without fear of mistakes or external comparison before they advance to more complex tasks. To support this, the schedule integrates theatrical exercises at the Rubu’ Qarn Centre for Theatre and Performing Arts to enhance self-expression and teamwork. Assessment and Skill Development The Mujawarah programme utilises a gradual assessment system to measure progress. Instructors evaluate participants' initial writing levels and track their engagement throughout the four-day period. The final stage involves a comparative review of…