Library Advisory Board
Guiding the strategic direction and governance of the Somali National Library
The Library Advisory Board provides strategic guidance, oversees policy development, and ensures that SNL fulfills its mission as the nation's premier institution for knowledge preservation and cultural heritage.
Dr. Hussein Adam
Chairperson
Professor of History
Mogadishu University
Dr. Adam is a renowned historian specializing in Somali cultural heritage with over 30 years of academic experience.
Dr. Fatima Ali
Vice Chairperson
Director of Research
Somali Academy of Sciences
Dr. Ali leads research initiatives in social sciences and has published extensively on Somali society and gender studies.
Sheikh Ahmed Hassan
Member
Islamic Scholar
Mogadishu Islamic Center
Sheikh Hassan brings expertise in Islamic manuscripts and religious texts preservation.
Ms. Amina Hassan
Member
Library Science Expert
UNESCO Consultant
Ms. Hassan has advised libraries across Africa on modernization and digitization projects.
Mr. Omar Farah
Member
Technology Director
Somali Telecom
Mr. Farah leads technology initiatives and brings expertise in digital infrastructure.
Dr. Saida Mohamed
Member
Anthropologist
Institute of Somali Studies
Dr. Mohamed specializes in oral history and traditional knowledge systems.
Board Responsibilities
Meeting Schedule
The Library Advisory Board meets quarterly to review progress, discuss strategic initiatives, and provide guidance on library operations. Special meetings may be convened as needed.
Regular Meetings
Quarterly (March, June, September, December)
Annual General Meeting
December - Open to the public