Sharjah 24: As part of its active participation in the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), the Sociological Association will organise 16 interactive seminars covering a variety of social and cultural topics. These seminars aim to enhance awareness and knowledge among the SIBF’s visitors.
These seminars will be held throughout the SIBF period from November 6 to 17 and supervised by a group of experts and specialists in various fields, providing a rich platform for exchanging ideas and discussing contemporary issues of interest to society.
Through these seminars, the Sociological Association seeks to positively impact society and promote dialogue on pressing social issues. These events are not just traditional seminars but rather an opportunity to gather minds and exchange experiences, which contributes to shaping a community environment that is more aware and responsive to current and future challenges.
Commenting on this participation, Dr. Hamad Hamdan Bin Jarsh, Board Member and Chairman of the Cultural Committee, stated that the seminars represent a vital opportunity to enhance social and cultural awareness, as they allow visitors to discuss pressing issues that affect their daily lives.
He added that the association’s latest publications will be available at its pavilion at the SIBF, allowing readers and researchers to view valuable studies and research that contribute to enhancing knowledge and understanding current social challenges. These publications are an ideal opportunity for those interested in research and reading to benefit from modern information and innovative ideas.
The seminars include rich and essential topics, including a seminar on sustainability and artificial intelligence, moderated by Dr. Mohammed bin Jarsh, in which Dr. Osama Abdul Bari discusses how to achieve a balance between technological progress and human values.
In another seminar, controls for the use of social media between reality and hope are reviewed. This seminar focuses on how to effectively use digital platforms while maintaining privacy, moderated by Dr. Ruqayya Al Raisi and with the participation of Dr. Saad Ramadan.
The seminars also include discussions on the dangers of drugs on the individual and society and ways of prevention, moderated by Maryam Al Qaseer. Dr. Ahmed Saqr and Dr. Saleh Jumaa Mohammed Balhaj present prevention strategies.
The role of reading in achieving sustainability seminar also highlights how reading can promote sustainable behaviours. Dr. Fatima Al Balushi and Rafia Al Hammadi participated, and Dr. Hala Al Ablam moderated the discussion.
The seminars will also discuss mental health, such as the discussion of the dangers of electronic games on children moderated by Amna Al Badawi and in which Dr. Sayed Mohamed participates. In addition to discussing domestic violence, its causes, consequences, and solutions, Dr. Ayat Nashwan and Dr. Ghanima Al Bahri will present innovative solutions, with the moderation of Asmaa Al Darmaki.
The seminar programme also includes discussions on innovation in social service and how to use artificial intelligence to enhance care and social interactions, with Dr. Faisal Matalqa participating and moderated by Dr. Mohammed Salah Al Din Madawi. New books are also signed during some seminars, which enhances the importance of the literary event alongside social topics.
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