QNL's Qatar Reads and Italian Embassy collaborate to celebrate art, creativity

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Reads, an initiative by Qatar National Library (QNL), has partnered with the Embassy of Italy in Doha to launch a new cultural coll...

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Reads, an initiative by Qatar National Library (QNL), has partnered with the Embassy of Italy in Doha to launch a new cultural collaboration under the theme “Art and Creativity: A Journey Through Italy.” The collaboration, part of Italy Month, will run throughout September and celebrate the Mediterranean nation’s rich artistic and cultural heritage.

As part of Qatar Reads’ Family Reading Programme, which distributes curated reading packages to subscribing families across Qatar, the joint initiative seeks to promote community engagement through a series of interactive events and creative activities to foster a love for reading. It also aims to inspire creativity and curiosity among young readers and their families.

The program will launch on September 4th with a special “Ask the Ambassador” session, offering participants a unique opportunity to engage directly with a high-ranking diplomatic figure. The interactive event is designed to encourage meaningful dialogue and provide valuable insights into global affairs.

The month-long program will conclude on September 27 with a closing event at Bin Jelmood House. This final gathering will bring together 100 children to reflect on their shared cultural journey and the experiences gained throughout the initiative.

Italian Ambassador to Qatar, H E Paolo Toschi, said, “The launch of the Month of Italy with Qatar Reads celebrates the friendship between our two countries through books. Reading brings people together, helping us understand one another and sharing our stories. Through Qatar Reads, we want to inspire the next generation to explore Italy and Qatar through books and then through personal experiences, discovering the joy of learning from each other.”