Katara Arabic Novel Library participates in ELA conference in Egypt

DOHA: The Katara Arabic Novel Library partook in a conference on information institutions and the preservation and accessibility of documentary and or...

DOHA: The Katara Arabic Novel Library partook in a conference on information institutions and the preservation and accessibility of documentary and oral traditions amid digital transformations organised by the Egyptian Libraries, Information and Archives Association (ELA) in cooperation with the General Authority for Cultural Palaces (GACP) in Alexandria.

Qatar’s participation in the two-day conference aimed to strengthen the presence of the Katara Arabic Novel Library at regional and international related events, foster active engagement with peer institutions, and provide expertise and share knowledge and libraries, as the first library specialising in the Arabic novel.

It also aimed to benefit from Arab and international experiences and initiatives amid the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and its role in ongoing digital transformations.

This included exploring AI applications in digital preservation, enhancing partnerships with leading libraries in the field, and reinforcing Katara Arabic Novel Library’s position as a specialised hub for Arabic novels.

The conference discussed several key topics, including digital preservation strategies, governance, ethical and legal policies related to archiving, and the nature of public-private sector partnerships in this domain.