The Dubai Public Library (DPL), is owned and managed by the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate's dedicated authority for culture, arts, and heritage. It emphasizes the wealth of Islamic civilization in science and the arts, and the inherent values it embodies, which have profoundly influenced our world today and shaped humanity. Public Libraries in the United Arab Emirates are recognized as repositories of human knowledge and heritage, especially in today’s knowledge-driven economy where knowledge and innovation are essential drivers of growth and prosperity. Public Libraries provide access to information that may be used for self-development, cultural awareness and enhancement, and continuing education.