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Sharjah International Book Fair

Ithra explores innovative digital library systems in Sharjah International Library Conference

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Ithra explores innovative digital library systems in Sharjah International Library Conference

Sharjah, 9 november, 2023,

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra), Diamond Sponsor of Sharjah International Library Conference, on November 8 presented a cultural session in the 10th edition of the library conference titled, “The library as a sustainable and creative source, the Ithra Library as a model.” Speakers included Tariq Khawaji, Cultural Consultant at Ithra, Ali Al-Saadi, Library Systems & Technical Services Specialist at the center, and Nadine Achkar, MEA Country Manager II of Global Libraries & Education at Overdrive. Together, and before a regional and international audience of passionate librarians, they introduced Ithra and shared digital knowledge and expertise around important topics in the world of libraries.

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Sharjah International Book Fair

Kanaf commences operations with the slogan ‘Safe Again’ to protect and support child victims of physical & sexual abuse

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Under the patronage of HH Jawaher Al Qasimi and in the presence of representatives
of 9 partnering legal, social, educational and healthcare institutions in Sharjah

Kanaf commences operations with the slogan ‘Safe Again’ to protect and support child victims of physical & sexual abuse

  • Ten Sharjah government entities from various healthcare, social, educational, and legal specialities will serve under Kanaf’s umbrella
  • Six stages of treatment and care to be overseen by highly skilled specialists
  • The child’s journey in Kanaf extends from healthcare, psychological support and legal matters to ensure the continuation of their educational path

Hanadi Al Yafei: … [there’s a] need for a societal shift towards exhibiting greater courage while recognising, addressing and rectifying child abuse.

Ameena Al Refaei : [Children’s safety] is a collaborative responsibility to be fulfilled equally by both public and private entities. 

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Sharjah International Book Fair

Young artists draw their favourite comic characters on pebbles at SIBF 2023

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Young artists draw their favourite comic characters on pebbles at SIBF 2023

Pebbles transformed into art canvases at the ongoing Sharjah International Book Fair

Sharjah, November 9, 2023

In the artistic and creative playground offered by the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2023), the novelty offered by a workshop that entails drawing comic characters on pebbles, has been drawing young crowds. 

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Technologies

Trend Micro and Zero&One Establish a Strategic Cloud Partnership at GITEX Global

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Trend Micro and Zero&One Establish a Strategic Cloud Partnership at GITEX Global

This collaboration signifies a major milestone in a shared mission to offer exceptional cloud security amidst the dynamic and fast-paced digital landscape. 

Dubai, UAE. November 2023 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global leader in cybersecurity solutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Zero&One, the MENA region’s pioneering Premier AWS partner with expertise in DevOps, Application Modernization, AWS Migration and Cost Optimization. This momentous partnership agreement was signed at GITEX Global, the world’s largest technology and startup event.

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