# Amani Library

> largest library in United Arab Emirates

**Wikidata**: [Q100376871](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q100376871)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/amani-library

Here’s the structured knowledge entry for **Amani Library**:

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## Summary  
Amani Library is the largest library in the United Arab Emirates, located in Al Khan, Sharjah. It serves as a multidisciplinary hub for archival science, library science, and digital preservation, offering both physical and digital resources. The library is also a member of several international organizations, including the Digital Library Federation and the International Internet Preservation Consortium.

## Key Facts  
- **Official Name**: Amani Library (native label: مكتبة أماني)  
- **Location**: Al Khan, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (coordinates: lat: 25.356075, lon: 55.4165515)  
- **Founded**: Website inception in 1990 (references: Wikidata)  
- **Director/Manager**: Asmaa al-Zarouni  
- **Memberships**: Digital Library Federation, Association of Research Libraries, World Digital Library, International Internet Preservation Consortium, and others  
- **Fields of Work**: Archival science, bibliography, library science, source criticism, information technology  
- **Wi-Fi Access**: Free (gratis)  
- **ISNI**: 000000049337529X  
- **VIAF ID**: 141956075  
- **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n85079823  

## FAQs  
### Q: Where is Amani Library located?  
A: Amani Library is located in Al Khan, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, with its headquarters in Sharjah.  

### Q: What services does Amani Library offer?  
A: The library provides access to physical and digital resources, specializing in archival science, library science, and information technology, with free Wi-Fi for visitors.  

### Q: Is Amani Library part of any international organizations?  
A: Yes, it is a member of the Digital Library Federation, World Digital Library, and the International Internet Preservation Consortium, among others.  

## Why It Matters  
Amani Library plays a critical role in preserving and disseminating knowledge in the UAE and beyond. As the largest library in the country, it supports research, education, and cultural preservation through its extensive collections and digital initiatives. Its membership in global organizations like the International Internet Preservation Consortium highlights its commitment to digital preservation and accessibility. The library’s multidisciplinary focus—spanning archival science, bibliography, and information technology—makes it a vital resource for scholars, students, and the public.  

## Notable For  
- **Largest library in the UAE**, serving as a key knowledge hub.  
- **Multidisciplinary focus**, covering archival science, library science, and IT.  
- **Active international collaborator**, with memberships in major global library and preservation organizations.  
- **Free Wi-Fi access**, enhancing public accessibility.  
- **Diverse institutional roles**, functioning as a public, academic, and digital library simultaneously.  

## Body  
### Location and Structure  
- **Street Address**: Al Khan, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates  
- **Continent**: Asia  
- **Emirate**: Sharjah  
- **Coordinates**: 25.356075°N, 55.4165515°E  

### Governance and Leadership  
- **Chairperson/Director**: Asmaa al-Zarouni  
- **Short Name**: Amani  

### Institutional Roles  
- **Instance Of**: Library, digital library, heritage library, academic library, public library, United Nations Depository Library  
- **Subject Role**: ISNI Direct Data Contributor  

### Technical and Digital Presence  
- **Website Inception**: 1990  
- **Crunchbase Organization ID**: amani-library  

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## References

1. [Source](https://netpreserve.org/about-us/members/)