Libraries as Beacons of Knowledge and Hope : The Rifaat Al-Arair Library as a Model
<table><tr><td><p dir="ltr"><b>This Poster</b><b> </b><b>was presented</b><b> </b><b>by Rahaf Ibrahim Adnan Al-Salhi. </b><b>Libraries Lead Forum 2025</b><b>/</b><b>Rafat Al-Ar...
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| الملخص: | <table><tr><td><p dir="ltr"><b>This Poster</b><b> </b><b>was presented</b><b> </b><b>by Rahaf Ibrahim Adnan Al-Salhi. </b><b>Libraries Lead Forum 2025</b><b>/</b><b>Rafat Al-Arair</b><b> </b><b>Community Library, Qatar (IFLA MENA 2025)</b></p><p dir="ltr">In times of humanitarian crisis, knowledge becomes a powerful tool for rebuilding lives and fostering resilience. Guided by this belief, the Rafat Al-Arair Library was established within the Injured People of Gaza Complex in Qatar as a community-based library offering a supportive cultural and educational space.<br><br>The library holds a collection of over 3,500 books, with dedicated sections for children and young adults, along with a space for interactive workshops. It plays a vital role in psychological support through reading, group sessions, and art therapy activities.<br><br>To enhance accessibility, the library is integrating digital resources via a website featuring e-books and audiobooks. Its growth is fueled by partnerships and community donations, which support the expansion of its programs.<br><br>To ensure long-term sustainability, the library is developing strategies that include fundraising initiatives, staff training, and expanding its services to benefit future generations.</p></td></tr></table><h2>Other Information</h2><p dir="ltr">Poster was presented at: Libraries Thriving Together in an Open Ecosystem <a href="https://www.qnl.qa/en/libraries-lead-forum-2025" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.qnl.qa/en/libraries-lead-forum-2025</a><br>License: <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/deed.en" target="_blank">https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a><br>Conference information: Libraries Lead Forum 2025 <a href="https://www.qnl.qa/en/libraries-lead-forum-2025/agenda" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.qnl.qa/en/libraries-lead-forum-2025/agenda</a></p> |
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