
QNL’s Libraries Lead Forum 2025 renews commitment to collaboration
The Peninsula
Two day event began with dedicated pre forum workshops on strategic cooperation and innovation in open library environments. Doha, Qatar: Qatar Nat...
Two-day event began with dedicated pre-forum workshops on strategic cooperation and innovation in open library environments.
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Library (QNL) has concluded its annual Libraries Lead Forum 2025, which brought together industry professionals, scholars and cultural leaders from across the region and beyond. Held in partnership with the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) MENA Regional Office, the forum showcased the power of collaboration, innovation and openness in transforming the future of libraries.
Themed “Libraries Thriving Together in an Open Ecosystem,” the event placed a strong emphasis on creating resilient and inclusive library communities through global partnerships, emerging technologies and shared knowledge networks.
Beginning on May 4, with dedicated pre-forum workshops, the attendees had the opportunity to engage in hands-on sessions focused on strategic collaboration and innovation in open library environments.













