About Us
The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia launched the "Writing Retreats" Initiative as one of its pioneering cultural programs. It seeks to create a stimulating environment in which local and international writers can exchange experiences and expertise, as well as to promote international cultural exchange through the mixing of diverse cultures in a literary setting that encourages writing.
Our Vision
The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia launched the "Writing Retreats" Initiative as one of its pioneering cultural programs. It seeks to create a stimulating environment in which local and international writers can exchange experiences and expertise, as well as to promote international cultural exchange through the mixing of diverse cultures in a literary setting that encourages writing.
- أن تكون الكتابة فعلاً حرّاً، ينبع من الذات، وينمو في عزلةٍ إيجابية.
- أن تكون "معتزلات الكتابة" حاضنة للإبداع الأدبي، ومنصة ملهمة تعيد للكتابة صفاءها، وللكاتب عزلته الإيجابية.
Our Mission
The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia launched the "Writing Retreats" Initiative as one of its pioneering cultural programs. It seeks to create a stimulating environment in which local and international writers can exchange experiences and expertise, as well as to promote international cultural exchange through the mixing of diverse cultures in a literary setting that encourages writing.
Our Goals
The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia launched the "Writing Retreats" Initiative as one of its pioneering cultural programs. It seeks to create a stimulating environment in which local and international writers can exchange experiences and expertise, as well as to promote international cultural exchange through the mixing of diverse cultures in a literary setting that encourages writing.