You can now find UAE-based Filipino authors’ books in Dubai’s most expensive library

The published works of seven Filipino book authors in the UAE are now available for browsing in Dubai’s Dh1 billion Mohammed Bin Rashid Library. The authors gave copies of their book to the library as part of the AKLAT initiative of the Philippines Partnership Circle. The Filipino authors are Rachel Salinel, Roxane Negrillo and Wafa Qasimieh who co-authored the 'Dis-Rupt 3.0 Filipina Women: Rising' book published by the Filipina Women's Network; Wandalyn Tan Calupig (3 Simple & Proven Exercises to find Happiness Within), Carlette Redondo-Utanes (FINANCES Faith, Hope & Love), Ester Vargas Castillio (Biriterang Makata), and Enrico Cardoniga (The 12 Habits of Highly Successful OFW). "Our book 'Dis-Rupt 3.0 Filipina Women: Rising' is the third book on Filipino Women Leadership by the US-based Filipina Women's Network which is to inspire, encourage and empower readers to be effective woman leaders,” said Salinel, a veteran broadcast journalist and multi-awarded community leader. Her co-author Negrillo's story is about empowerment, self-motivation, leading with grit and resilience, and most of all, building a strong sense of purpose. Negrillo shared her experience as a young mother who successfully balanced motherhood and her career. She recently received the Agora Awardee for Outstanding Achievement in Overseas Marketing by the Philippine Marketing Association in 2021. Qasimieh, co-author of the book, said: "Every single day of our lives is a challenge. It's always been under construction. All of us are facing difficult periods at certain points and as what they are saying 'it's a proof of human life'.” “Remember, no matter how difficult it may be to motivate yourself, ease the path toward resilience by empowering your mind and body. Change course, heal emotionally and continue to move forward toward your goals," added Qasimieh, who works at Dubai Government's Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department. AKLAT is a community-driven books donation activity arranged by the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi through the Philippine Partnership Circle led by Marlene Murphy. "Reading books empowers us to empathize with other people. The reason why we promote tolerance, acceptance and strength through diversity in the AKLAT initiative is to empower you to empathize with other people. Just like the 'Bangkota' story at the Expo - Ang kuwento ng Bangkota ay Kuwento ng Husay at Talino ng Pilipino. We present the Philippines and Filipinos to the World," Murphy said. The turnover ceremony was held on August 2 where other nationalities also donated books. Community leader Matilyn Bagunu introduced all the Filipino authors, with PR man Art Popoy Los Banos. Dubai’s book-shaped Mohammed Bin Rashid Library has attracted more than 40,000 visitors since it opened on June 16. The library is open from 9am to 9pm from Monday to Thursday, and Saturday, and from 2pm to 9pm on Friday. It is closed on Sunday. The library cost Dh1 billion to construct. It sits on a total area of 581,903 square feet and is overlooking the Dubai Creek. The building has been built in the shape of a rehl, a traditional wooden book stand that is used to hold the Quran. Inside, the modern library holds more than a million books and six million research theses, plus 10 main library collections for adults, children and more. ICA/Expat Media
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