Welcoming Participants and Guests at
Dubai International Library Conference 2024

Overlooking Dubai creek, where the city’s history meets its present, paving the way for the next generation of public libraries, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library welcomes you to the first Dubai International Library Conference 2024. As the largest library in the MENA region and a beacon of knowledge, creativity, and culture, we are thrilled to host this event under the theme: “Our Libraries: Past, Present, and Future,” from 15-17 November 2024.


The conference offers a unique opportunity for leading experts in library sciences from across the world to connect and exchange innovative ideas and explore key transformations in the role and impact of libraries on modern societies.

Guided by our deep-rooted belief in the crucial role of libraries as a cornerstone for social development, we thoughtfully crafted DILC’s agenda to address key topics including the role of Artificial Intelligence in transforming libraries, special library collections, the importance of rare manuscripts, the importance of including children’s literature in public libraries, sustainable printing, and the history of calligraphy, among others.

Your participation is vital to our shared mission to promote the role of libraries as centres of knowledge and creativity and lay the foundation of new levels of collaboration and knowledge exchange to elevate this pivotal sector. We are also looking forward to your participation at the sessions and workshops included in the DILC agenda, which offer a great networking opportunity.

We extend a warm welcome and wish you a rich and rewarding experience at the Dubai International Library Conference 2024, where you will have the chance to explore Dubai’s unique cultural offerings, embodying the spirit of innovation and diversity.

Sincerely,

Dubai International Library Conference High Committee