Blendi Gonxhja, Minister of Economy, Culture, and Innovation, has invited all young individuals interested in participating in the eighth edition of the National Competition “Albanian Graphic Novels 2024” to submit their applications.

“Join us on a creative journey in the world of graphic art! If you haven’t yet entered the National Competition ‘Albanian Graphic Novels 2024,’ now is the perfect time to share your innovative ideas in the realm of graphic art!” announced Minister Gonxhja.

Young people up to 29 years old are eligible to apply for this national competition, with top entries receiving awards. The application deadline has been extended to November 10, 2024.

The goal of this cultural initiative is to promote artistic and linguistic education through the values of material and intangible cultural heritage, applied to the genre of graphic novels, and to keep folk culture vibrant. Submissions should be based on Albanian themes, including cultural heritage, the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Homeland, Albanian literature, legends and fairy tales, oral traditions, customs and traditions, and Albanian cinema.

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