SBA's delegation collaborated with prominent cultural institutions and publishing professionals to promote Arabic literature to an international audience. The authority's pavilion hosted a series of specialised workshops and creative sessions aimed at fostering cross-cultural dialogue and showcasing the richness of Arabic storytelling.
Italian artist Eva Montanari led a notable workshop employing charcoal and fingerprint techniques to create a collaborative artwork depicting interconnected living creatures. This session, which included participation from several Italian illustrators, highlighted the 13th edition of the Sharjah Children's Book Illustrations Exhibition and invited artists to contribute to the upcoming 2026 edition.
In partnership with the Emirates Publishers Association , SBA sponsored the participation of Emirati publishers through the Sharjah Publishing Sustainability Fund . Delegates included Dalal AlJaberi from Hezaya Publishing House, Fatema AlHammadi from Sohub Publishing, and Shatha Nasser from Kairus Publishing House. This initiative provided a platform for Emirati publishers to engage with international counterparts, explore new markets, and showcase their publications.
The Bologna Children's Book Fair served as a strategic venue for SBA to support publishers, build partnerships with global stakeholders, and present Sharjah's innovative initiatives aimed at expanding the reach of Arabic literature. The authority's participation underscored its commitment to nurturing the children's book industry and promoting cultural understanding through literature.
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