Qatar National Library Hosts Mentorship and Technology Events for Academic Year

By the Editorial Team · Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Qatar National Library is hosting a diverse series of educational and cultural events throughout September, including mentorship programs, workshops on AI and critical thinking, literary discussions, and disaster preparedness training. These initiatives aim to support students, professionals, and creatives by fostering skills development, cultural exchange, and awareness of emerging technologies in education and publishing.

As the new academic year commences, Qatar National Library (QNL) is hosting a range of events throughout September aimed at students, researchers, and lifelong learners that focus on mentorship, technology, literature, and history.

The programme begins on September 5 with "The Murshidi Programme: Academic and Career Mentoring," which connects high school and university students, as well as recent graduates, with leaders from Education City and other Qatari institutions. This initiative offers one-on-one guidance related to university applications and career planning. Concurrently, QNL launches "Skills Hub: Empowering Women," a three-part series held on September 5, 12, and 19. Created by women for women, the sessions cover topics including personal finance, artificial intelligence (AI) productivity, and critical thinking.

From September 8 to 12, the library hosts "Voices of Keys to Palestine," a documentary storytelling workshop led by journalist Khaola Bouslam. This five-day workshop aims to equip aspiring content creators with skills to document the Palestinian human experience and preserve its narrative through filmmaking.

On September 9, the "Science Book Forum: AI in Education" seminar explores the intersections between human learning and machine intelligence. The seminar also discusses how AI can enhance critical thinking in educational settings.

A focus on history and literature is scheduled for September 17 with an interactive session titled "Diplomacy and Influence: A Reading of the British Presence in the Gulf." Presented by Dr. Aisha Hadi al-Rashdi, acting head of the Department of International Affairs at Qatar University’s College of Arts and Sciences, the session examines the geopolitical footprint of the East India Company through early diplomatic practices. Later that evening, QNL partners with the Embassy of Colombia for "Book Chat: The Sounds of Macondo," an event featuring Colombian composer Oriana da Marte, who will blend literary discussion with live music inspired by Gabriel García Márquez’s novel *One Hundred Years of Solitude*.

From September 22 to 30, a training programme on “Disaster Risk Management and Preparedness” is available for professionals working in regional archives and libraries, aiming to strengthen sector resilience and preparedness.

Continuing the literary theme, Qatar novelist Ali al-Naama, author of *Circus of the Greats*, will participate in the Book Chat series on September 23, sharing insights about his creative journey and representing a Qatari voice in English-language fiction. Live music returns on September 24 with “Philharmonic at the Library,” featuring the Qatar Philharmonic Brass Quintet in a performance commemorating Qatar’s Years of Culture with Mexico and Canada.

The month concludes with the third edition of the “Write to Inspire: Books and Authors” programme on September 26, focusing on AI’s impact on Qatar’s publishing industry. This event provides a platform for authors and publishers to discuss ethical considerations, authenticity, and creative opportunities presented by emerging digital technologies. Following this, the "Qatar Contemporary History Series" will be held on September 26 and 27, rounding out the array of educational and cultural programming available to the public.

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