About the Residencies

Writers' Residencies

Writers' residencies enable participants to immerse themselves in a literary environment rich in culture and nature, offering both Saudi and international writers the opportunity to focus on their creative work. The program also encourages dialogue and interaction with the local community, with two distinct tracks designated for each group.

Features and Activities Held at Retreats

Registration Conditions

Participants

in the Saudi Writers' Residencies

Be Saudi nationals.
Have at least five published literary works, or an equivalent body of literary output (e.g., articles, studies, etc.)
Be actively engaged in a literary project during the residency period
Meet all organizational participation requirements
Be involved and active in the literary scene
Not have previously participated in the residency program

Participants

in the International
Writers' Residencies

Have at least five published literary works or an equivalent body of literary output (such as articles, studies, etc.)
Be actively engaged in a literary project during the residency period.
Have met all organizational participation requirements
Be involved and active in the literary scene
Not have participated in the residency program previously