The Arab Journalism Award (AJA) () launched in 1999, by Dubai Press Club, The award is given each year by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum during the Arab Media Forum. It plays a role in motivating Arab media and encouraged Arab journalists to adopt innovation and creativity to develop their work. The award's main goal is to reward talent, inspire, and stimulate creativity. It is also aimed at enhancing the constructive role of the press in serving the community. Categories Categories include : investigative reporting young talent in journalism photojournalism economic journalism outstanding cartoon artwork sports journalism best press interview best columnist media personality of the year political journalism cultural journalism smart journalism humanitarian journalism. winners Omaya Joha References Awards established in 1999 Journalism awards Emirati literary awards Mass media in the United Arab Emirates 1999 establishments in the United Arab Emirates