Ajman Tourism and Culture Department Wins Four Stevie Awards 2026

Recognition of Innovation in Ajman’s Tourism Sector

The Ajman Department of Tourism and Culture has been honored with four prestigious Stevie Awards at the 2026 Middle East and North Africa Stevie Awards. This recognition underscores the department’s commitment to its Ajman 2030 vision, which emphasizes placing people at the core of its initiatives and developments. This year, the awards attracted over 1,400 nominations from organizations across 18 countries, evaluated by more than 150 international experts across eight specialized judging panels.

The awards were divided into two categories, with the department receiving a Silver Award for ‘Innovative Achievement in Community Engagement and Social Impact’ for its community co-design event initiative. This digital platform allows community members and visitors to actively participate in proposing and designing tourism events, generating smart reports that enable decision-makers to launch events that resonate with public interests and enhance Ajman’s tourism identity.

Additionally, the department secured three Bronze Awards, further illustrating its comprehensive innovative ecosystem. These included an award for ‘Innovation in Government Services’ for the initiative ‘Ajman: An Accessible and Inclusive Tourist Destination,’ which developed a digital platform that enables people of determination and visitors with special needs to explore tourist destinations and services easily through interactive maps and tailored services.

Commitment to Technological Advancement and Community Engagement

The department also received accolades for ‘Excellence in Innovation in Artificial Intelligence – Government’ for its project on forecasting the future of tourism using AI, a sophisticated interactive platform that utilizes AI technologies to transform creative ideas into actionable tourism projects. Furthermore, it was recognized for ‘Innovation in Community Building through Social Media’ for the ‘Emirati Authenticity’ campaign, which successfully translated the UAE’s cultural identity into engaging digital content that reaches a global audience.

Mahmoud Khalil Al Hashimi, Director General of the Ajman Department of Tourism and Culture, expressed pride in this international recognition, stating that the four awards reflect a systematic approach to purposeful innovation and effective community partnership. Al Hashimi emphasized that these awards validate the department’s path towards developing a tourism sector based on inclusivity, technology utilization, and identity enhancement, reinforcing Ajman’s position as an innovative and distinguished tourist destination.

A Continuous Journey of Digital Innovation

These awards are part of a sustained series of achievements by the department in the realm of digital innovation. Previously, it showcased its smart initiatives at the GITEX Global exhibition, including the AI-supported ‘Plan Your Trip’ platform, which allows visitors to customize their tourism itineraries fully. Additionally, the department launched the ‘Tourism Innovator’ award to encourage youth to develop creative solutions that contribute to shaping the future of the sector, aligning with its commitment to building a sustainable and innovative tourism sector that solidifies Ajman’s status as a leading destination on the regional and international tourism map.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Stevie Awards?

The Stevie Awards are prestigious international awards recognizing achievements in various sectors, including business and innovation.

How many awards did the Ajman Department of Tourism win?

The department won four awards at the 2026 Stevie Awards.

What initiatives contributed to the awards?

The awards were for community engagement, accessibility for people of determination, AI innovation in tourism, and cultural identity promotion.

What is the Ajman 2030 vision?

The Ajman 2030 vision aims to enhance the quality of life and promote sustainable development in the emirate.