Eman Bushlaibi: A Century of Libraries and the Future of Knowledge in Sharjah

As Sharjah Public Libraries marks 100 years of nurturing a love for books, Eman Bushlaibi, the library network’s Director, reflects on how libraries have evolved from quiet reading rooms into dynamic hubs for learning, innovation, and community connection. She discusses the transformation toward digital infrastructure, inclusivity for all residents, and the library’s growing role in shaping youth education and career choices. Eman also explores how Sharjah’s century-long commitment to literacy continues to guide its vision for the future — where libraries remain both timeless sanctuaries for readers and forward-looking spaces for knowledge and sustainability. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on 95.00 FM or online at www.pulse95radio.net Follow us on social media: @Pulse95Radio #SharjahInternationalBookFair #SIBF2025 #SharjahPublicLibraries #EmanBushlaibi #KnowledgeHub #ReadingCulture #Sustainability #Pulse95Radio