The 5th Vusam Literature Award

The submission period for the 5th VUSAM Literature Award is now open!
Tell stories with words and keep the culture flowing 🌿
The VUSAM Literature Award, an important platform for Indigenous literary creation, officially enters its fifth edition!
Submissions are open from now until August 14, 2026 (postmark date), with a top prize of NT$50,000. Indigenous creators are invited to submit their works actively, using writing to respond to life experiences and leave behind cultural memories for this generation.
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Submission Categories: Children's Group | Youth Group | Adult Group
Submission Genres: Poetry | Prose | Short Story | Novel
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Submission Timeline
• Submission Period: From now until August 14, 2026 (postmark date)
• Submission Method: Both hardcopy and electronic submissions are accepted
• Award Announcement: Scheduled for October 2026
• Award Ceremony: Scheduled for November 2026
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Let writing become the force that continues culture,
Let stories keep flowing between the mountains and the sea.
Detailed Submission Information
Award Guidelines | https://reurl.cc/0mmOjk
Official Website | https://vuvu.org.tw/
Contact
Pingtung County Indigenous Culture and Education Association (08)761-0088 Ms. Chen
Service Hours | Monday to Friday 09:00–17:30