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4/19/24, 9:54 AM Knowledge Lounge enriches knowledge landscape with a range of events and activities
The events attracted a large number of book lovers and offered them an ideal platform to
share knowledge and raise awareness of the significance of reading and its vital role in

encouraging creativity and learning. The events included a session titled ‘The Importance

of Reading’ with His Excellence Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, which was organised
by the Emirates Schools Establishment (ESE). During the session, H.E. bin Huwaireb

elaborated on the significance of national knowledge initiatives such as Reading Month,
highlighting their role as a testament to the value national leadership places on reading.

H.E. explained reading as a gateway to knowledge and creativity, underscoring its vital
role in empowering individuals with knowledge and fostering a conscious and educated

generation that is capable of driving the nation’s prosperity and progress.

Furthermore, the Knowledge Lounge organised a session titled ‘Effective Leadership’ with
Dr. Abir Al Rasbi and a specialised workshop entitled ‘Writing Book Reviews’ which was

conducted using visual communication technology. The workshop was presented by poet

and media personality, Hussein Darwish. During the session, he discussed the ways to
encourage readership and create an engaging environment for the exchange of ideas,

views and knowledge. The workshop delved into the art and scientific principles of
presenting books to offer the Arabic Library and readers a comprehensive and clear

understanding of the publications available. For instance, the books a categorised into

literature, science, traffic, or administration, while also mentioning the name of the
publishing house and clearly defining the content of the book artistically and objectively.

The workshop ensured an unbiased presentation by reducing the influence of the author's
perspective or opinion.

The Knowledge Lounge also actively participated in the London International Book Fair

2024, highlighting the critical role of reading in fostering knowledge societies. It organised
a series of knowledge and educational sessions during the book fair, covering a wide

range of topics addressed by prominent personalities and publishing houses in the world

of knowledge. The sessions included diverse themes including ‘UAE Publisher and
Copyright Rights’ which had the participation of Anoud Ali and Hussein Darwish,

‘Complete Knowledge of Art and Literature’ featuring Fea’ Nasser and Haytham Hussein,
‘Global Knowledge Dialogues and Arab Library Development’ with the participation of

Hisham Al Jadali and Fahad Al Awda, and ‘Interchanges of Translation: Between
Translator and Publisher’ with Fatima al-Khatib and Dalal Nasrallah. These sessions,

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