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Qatar Tribune
29-06-2025
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QNL unveils dynamic summer programme for people of all ages
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar National Library (QNL) is welcoming the summer season with a vibrant lineup of educational and creative programmes for children, young adults and lifelong learners. Throughout July, the Library will offer a diverse selection of workshops, camps and reading initiatives to inspire learning and foster community engagement. Leading the summer calendar is the Library's 2025 Summer Reading Challenge: Minds That Read and Hands That Write. Launching on 1 July and running through 15 August, this six-week competition encourages children and young adults aged six to 14 to read and apply their expanding vocabulary to write original stories. Winners will be announced in September and will receive exciting prizes, including smartwatches and tablets. Also launching on 1 July is QNL's Sixth Summer Camp for Children and Young Adults, featuring a rich lineup of activities across July and August. A key highlight is Summer Camp: Genome Heroes, an educational online game available in Arabic and English. The game allows children to explore the fascinating world of DNA and genome science through engaging missions and challenges. The popular Summer Camp: Make with Me also kicks off on 1 July, offering multiple sessions throughout the summer. For participants aged nine to 12, workshops will be held on 1, 8 and 15 July. Children aged 13 to 17 can join creative sessions on 22 and 29 July. These hands-on experiences provide a fun and expressive space for crafting and artistic exploration. Digital literacy takes centre stage on 3 July with three sessions under the LiteracyEssentials@QNL series. These include 'e-Newspapers and e-Magazines Using PressReader,' which introduces participants to global publications, and 'Navigating Google Scholar for Research and Discovery,' which focuses on building basic research skills. The series continues on 5 July with 'Zotero: Citation Management Made Easy' in English, and again on 12 July in Arabic. This session will cover how to collect, save and cite sources, as well as how to generate bibliographies. On 19 July, the series concludes with a practical workshop titled 'Empowering Communities Through Digital Media – Evernote Application,' which focuses on organizing and creating digital content. For young readers, Summer Camp: Storytime for Children takes place on 7, 14, 21 and 28 July, while Storytime for Toddlers is scheduled for 13 and 27 July. These sessions promote literacy and storytelling through interactive activities. Young scientists can take part in Summer Camp: STEM sessions tailored to different age groups. Children aged 6 to 9 can join on 9 and 23 July, while those aged 10 to 14 can attend on 16 and 30 July. Each session features hands-on science activities that spark curiosity and encourage creative thinking. On 17 July, QNL presents 'Your First Frame: An Introduction to Filmmaking,' a session led by Qatari filmmaker Noor Al-Naser. This workshop guides participants through the key steps of creating a short film, from developing an idea and writing a script to planning and production. On 19 and 26 July, the Library will resume its Murshidi Program, an orientation initiative that connects high school students, university students and recent graduates with experienced mentors. Mentors will provide personalized advice on university applications, scholarships, career planning and professional development.
Qatar Tribune
28-05-2025
- General
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Qatar National Library to host diverse lineup of events in June
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar National Library (QNL) is welcoming the summer with a dynamic schedule of public events this June, offering opportunities for historical exploration, creative expression and career development. Opening the month on June 1, the Library will host a two-day workshop titled 'Consulting British Historical Sources on Arab Gulf History: Focus on Post-Independence Records, 1968–1994'. Led by historian Anita Burdett, the session will provide participants with practical guidance on accessing, organizing and preserving historical collections. The workshop will emphasize oral history best practices through interactive exercises and case studies, offering valuable insights for researchers and heritage professionals For younger audiences, the Library is holding its popular Storytime for Toddlers and Storytime for Children series. On June 1 and 29, children aged 4 years and younger will have the opportunity to read, play and have fun with a variety of activities. Meanwhile, children aged seven to 14 can look forward to storytelling sessions on June 2, 16 and 30, all designed to foster a love of reading. All events at Qatar National Library are free, but prior registration is encouraged. For full details and to register, visit or download the Library's app via the App Store or Google Play.
Qatar Tribune
12-05-2025
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Qatar National Library launches Murshidi mentorship programme
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar National Library announced the launch of the Murshidi Program, a mentorship initiative designed to support students and young professionals in achieving their academic and career goals. The program offers weekly sessions led by a dynamic group of experts, educators, professionals, and leaders from across Qatar, including distinguished alumni and faculty from Education City and diverse organizations across Qatar. Under the slogan 'Take your academic and career aspirations to the next level!', the program provides students and young professionals with personalized advice and insights on a wide range of disciplines, including medicine, engineering, information technology, finance and more. The program builds on the success of the Library's earlier Unlock Your Future initiative. 'The Murshidi Program reflects the Library'srole in supporting the youth of Qatar by equipping them with the tools, guidance and support they need to succeed and thrive in an ever-evolving academic and professional landscape,' said Maram Al Mahmoud, manager of the Children's and Young Adults' Section at Qatar National Library. 'Through this initiative, we are creating a space where students can directly leverage QNL's network of experienced mentors and experts to help them shape their individual academic and professional journeys with clarity and confidence.' For the month of May, the program will feature four sessions, held every Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, offering students the chance to interact directly with their mentor of choice. These sessions will begin with an introductory meeting and continue with one-on-one guidance tailored to each student's interests and goals. What distinguishes this program is its unique mentorship model, which connects young students and professionals with multiple mentors, each bringing distinct expertise, perspectives and experiences. These mentors not only provide personalized guidance and support but also draw on their networks to create connections and open doors to training, career advancement, and professional development. Professor Hilal Lashuel, Research Development and Innovation Advisor to HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, said: 'This program was born from a deep belief in the promising potential of our youth. Many of them already have the passion and capabilities; they simply need guidance, encouragement and opportunities to build their confidence. By surrounding them with committed mentors, we aim to help them unlock their full potential and empower them to contribute meaningfully to their communities and create a lasting impact on society.' Whether you're a high school student preparing for university or an undergraduate or new graduate seeking direction in your career path, the Murshidi Program is an excellent opportunity to build your future with the support of experts and professionals from across Qatar. For more details and to register, visit
Qatar Tribune
07-05-2025
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Qatar National Library explores women's voices in travel literature
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar National Library organised a symposium exploring the often-overlooked contributions of women to the genre of travel literature. Bringing together leading researchers and academics, the event examined how female travellers from the 19th and early 20th centuries used travel—and the literature it inspired—as a means of personal empowerment, self-discovery and the reimagining of prevailing social norms. Titled 'Women's Travel Literature: Journeys Through Female Eyes—Between the Real and the Imagined', the symposium highlighted the distinctive voices of female travellers who documented their encounters with the East during an era when women were often excluded from the traditional literary canon. The event featured presentations by a distinguished group of international scholars, including Dr. Falestin Naili (University of Basel, Switzerland), Dr. Leila Jabri (Institute of Heritage, Tunisia), Dr. Soundouss El-Ketani (Royal Military College of Canada), and Dr. Nadia Riahi (University of Tunis). Each offered valuable insights into the lives and legacies of women like Hilma Granqvist, Princess Therese of Bavaria, Cristina Belgiojoso, and Isabelle Eberhardt—figures who contributed to the understanding of cultural 'otherness' through their travel writings, artistic works and ethnographic observations. Dr. Moez Dridi, senior archives specialist at Qatar National Library, opened the symposium with a general introduction that set the stage for exploring how travel allowed women to question identity, engage with themes of social justice and construct new relationships between gender, space and cultural boundaries. 'The writings of these women offer an overlooked but profoundly enriching perspective on both travel and the shaping of Orientalism,' said Dr. Dridi. 'They invite us to revisit history through a female lens, one that challenges dominant narratives and uncovers new dimensions of intercultural understanding,' he added. The symposium invited attendees to reflect on whether female Orientalism exists—developed in the same historical period as its male counterpart—through the lived experiences and intellectual contributions of women travellers, archaeologists and ethnologists who engaged with distant lands in transformative ways. The event was conducted in both Arabic and English and welcomed researchers, academics and members of the public with an interest in literature, gender studies, history and cross-cultural exploration. To learn more about upcoming events at Qatar National Library, please visit the Library's website at
Qatar Tribune
04-05-2025
- General
- Qatar Tribune
QNL welcomes experts at IFLA MENA regional division committee meeting
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar National Library (QNL) welcomed 18 experts from across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) in a bid to strengthen the role of libraries in preserving cultural heritage, empowering communities and embracing digital transformation across the region. The event held at QNL, which was chosen in August 2023 as the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) MENA Regional Office, marked the regional division committee's second in-person meeting since its establishment following an inaugural session in November 2023. The latest milestone reflects IFLA's growing focus on localized collaboration and regional engagement to address global challenges, leveraging regionally driven solutions. The committee brought together representatives from 18 countries for strategic discussions around setting future regional priorities, fostering cross-border collaboration, and advancing key initiatives such as QNL and IFLA's Libraries Lead Forum and the development of sustainable projects. Qatar National Library contributed to the committee's work through the participation of Abeer Al Kuwari, director of National Collection and Special Initiatives, who serves as a mentor within the committee, and Eiman Alshamari, manager of the IFLA MENA Regional Office, who serves as an observer. 'The IFLA meeting underscores our shared vision to position libraries as cultural hubs that empower our communities today and preserve our heritage for future generations,' said Al Kuwari. The latest meeting reflects QNL's commitment to supporting IFLA in its mission to bolster the capacity of libraries across the Arab world and to foster regional collaboration.
