AIKM, in collaboration with Maadi Public Library, organized a one-day workshop titled “The Positive Impact of Emotional Intelligence (EI) on the performance of Public Librarians and Information Specialists” in May 26, 2022 to raise awareness about the importance of EI in the librarianship field.

Dr. Wafaa Sadek, AIKM Secretary General, had an informative speech about AIKM and its activities at the opening session, followed by a welcome speech to all participant presented by Dr. Mostafa Shanger, Director of Maadi Library.  Mrs. Dina Youssef, Head of Library Sector at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina (BA), attended the workshop interactively. The workshop was designed and prepared for all public librarians and information specialists to raise awareness of EI and enhance individuals’ ability to understand and manage emotions effectively. It covers self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, social skills, and relationship management. The workshop was presented by Mrs. Nermine Rifaat, Director of the University of Hertfordshire Library in Egypt, and Dr. Dalia Gohary, Public Relations and Customer Service Manager at Orion Food Industries Factory.