FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

1 - What is the Bahrainouna National Plan?

The Bahrainouna National Plan aims to promote national pride and strengthen citizenship values. It is part of the royal directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Bahrain, to preserve Bahrain’s authentic identity.

2 - What is “The Challenge”?

The competition targets young creatives and aims to foster national pride and strengthen citizenship values. It encourages youth and the public to showcase their talents and creativity through events and programs that align with their interests and aspirations.

3 - What are the 18 values of the Bahrainouna National Plan?

4 - When does “The Challenge” start?

The competition runs from Thursday, November 21, 2024 to Monday, March 31, 2025.

5 - How can I stay updated on the competition news?

You can follow Bahrainouna’s social media channels: @Bahrainouna.

6 - How can I register for “The Challenge”?

You can register through the official website: (Click here)

7 - Can I register at any time?

The registration period is from Thursday, November 21, 2024 to Monday, March 31, 2025, also the period for submitting entries. Ensure you fill out the registration form, as entries will not be accepted without completing the form first.

8 - Is there an age limit for the competition?

Everyone aged 13 and above is eligible to participate.*
*13 years is the minimum age for most social media platforms.

9. Can participants under 13 years of age join?

Yes, they can, provided the registration is under the name of someone who meets the age requirement (13 years or older).

10. Is the competition limited to citizens and residents only?

  1. The competition is limited to:

    • Citizens of Bahrain, both inside and outside the country.

    • Residents of Bahrain.

    • Non-resident students who are officially enrolled in local universities.

 

11 - When is the registration deadline?

Registration for the “The Challenge” ends on March 31, 2025, when the competition concludes.

12 - How do I participate in the competition?

After registering on the official website, you must post your entry on one of the social media platforms (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok) and tag @Bahrainouna, using the following hashtags: #Bahrainouna #TogetherWeBuildTheFuture in the post caption.

13 - Is there a maximum age limit to participate in “The Challenge”?

No, anyone aged 13 and above can participate.

14 - Is there a specific platform for posting entries?

Entries must be posted on one of the following platforms: Instagram,TikTok, and YouTube.

15 - Can I participate on more than one platform?

Yes, you can participate on Instagram,TikTok, and YouTube.

16 - Can I submit multiple entries on the same platform?

Yes, there is no limit to the number of entries.

17 - Are there any requirements for the submitted media?

  • All entries must be of high quality, with clear audio and video, and the video must not exceed one minute.

  • Entries should adhere to the customs, traditions, and general norms of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

  • Entries should not contain any political or religious speeches.

 

18 - What is the theme for the competition?

Entries must align with one of the 18 national values.

19 - What types of activities are included in “The Challenge”?

The competition includes activities such as entrepreneurship, sports, music, photography, filmmaking, graphic design, acting, fine arts, public speaking, poetry, volunteering, and other skills and hobbies.

20 - Can I submit a creative activity not mentioned in the suggested themes?

Yes, as long as the entry complies with the terms and conditions.

21 - Can non-students participate in the competition?

Yes, the competition is open to individuals aged 13 and above, including students and the general public, with categories for both individual and group participation.

22 - Can I participate with my friends?

Yes, you can submit a group entry (with more than one friend) or an individual entry.

23 - Can I participate in both individual and group categories?

Yes, you can participate in both categories by submitting two separate entries.

24 - Can I participate using my personal account?

Yes, but the account must be public.

25 - Can I participate in different languages?

Yes, entries can be submitted in any language, provided the content is understandable to the public and complies with the competition’s terms and conditions.

 

26 - Does the Bahrainouna National Plan Executive Office have the right to use the submitted entries?

All publishing rights for the submitted entries will be transferred to the Bahrainouna National Plan Executive Office. The entries may be used partially or entirely in any media, whether traditional or digital.

27 - How can I know the results when they are announced?

Results will be announced on Bahrainouna’s official social media accounts and the official website: www.bahrainouna.com

28 - How are the winners selected?

One winner will be selected from each platform by a judging panel based on the following criteria:

  • Engagement with the idea on each platform: Number of likes and comments.
  • Reach on each platform: Number of times the content reached the audience.
  • Idea quality: The uniqueness and attractiveness of the creative work, including its aesthetic appeal and craftsmanship.
  • Aligned with our national values: How well the entry reflects one of the 18 national values.
  • Public voting: Voting will be opened during a visit to the Bahrainouna platform (an exhibition that will be held at a public location, to be announced later)

 

29 - How many winners will be selected, and how?

8 winners will be selected from the two categories, with six winners selected by the jury and two winners selected by public vote.

30 - Are there any prizes for the winners?

Yes, valuable prizes will be awarded to the winners.

31 - How will the public voting be conducted?

Public voting will be opened during the visit to the Bahrainouna exhibition (an exhibition that will be held at a public location, to be announced later), and the entry with the highest number of votes will win the prize.

 

32 - What will happen during the final exhibition?

The final entries will be displayed at the Bahrainouna platform (an exhibition that will be held at a public location, to be announced later)