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Press Release
‘Knowledge Lounge’ organizes series of knowledge events to
discuss writings and books
09 September 2024– ‘Knowledge Lounge,’ one of the many innovative initiatives of the
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), organized a series of
panel discussions and other knowledge events within and outside the UAE in August to discuss
a variety of writings and books, exploring diverse literary and cognitive aspects. These sessions
sparked engaging interactions and were widely accepted the attendees.
His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, stated: “These knowledge events and
panel sessions reflect the MBRF’s commitment to fostering the participation of all segments
of society in producing and disseminating knowledge, as well as encouraging them to make
books an integral part of their lives. At the MBRF, we aim to broaden the knowledge base of
Arab readers and promote the habit of reading among them through these sessions held under
the ‘Knowledge Lounge’ initiative. In light of the increased interest in these sessions and the
rich dialogues they generate, the MBRF is committed to continuing to organize such events
and to hosting the finest writers, along with literary and scientific figures, to discuss the most
prominent literature that aligns with readers’ interests.”
As part of the ‘Knowledge Lounge,’ a discussion session was held this month at Beans & Begs
café in Abu Dhabi and virtually via Google Meet to discuss the book The Power of Habit by
Charles Duhigg. This session was moderated by Mervat Sami Al Jamal. Another session was
also organized at Kalemat Bookstore in Boxpark, Dubai, to discuss the novel The Beauty of
Your Face by Sahar Mustafa, moderated by Heba Salah.
In Ras Al Khaimah, the ‘Knowledge Lounge’ organized a session titled ‘Open Microphone with
Professor Safiya Al-Shehhi,’ in cooperation with the Youth Centre Ras Al Khaimah, to discuss
the book Die Empty . This session was moderated by Dr. Abeer Al Rasbi, the ‘Knowledge
Lounge’ coordinator. Meanwhile, the ‘Café Platform’ at Al Sidra Heritage Neighbourhood in
the Al Luluiya area, Khorfakkan, hosted a discussion session on the book The Chef by Jaspreet
Singh. This session also featured various Indian activities.
