Celebrating Arab heritage in Milan
The Arabic Cultural Institute (ACI), Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milan, Italy, was officially inaugurated on August 30, 2024, by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, and Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Board of the Sharjah Book Authority.
The ACI is the result of a long-standing collaboration between Università Cattolica and the Sharjah Book Authority, and stands as the first in a planned network of Arab cultural institutes to be established in major global centers of knowledge and creativity.
While the ACI serves as a unique cultural hub in Italy for those interested in the Arabic language and its rich heritage, its role extends far beyond organizing conferences, workshops and cultural events.
What we stand for and
where we are going
Our mission is to foster dialogue and understanding between Arab and Western civilizations, strengthen cultural ties, and highlight the pivotal contributions of Arab culture to global scientific, literary, and artistic heritage - an initiative supported and overseen by the Sharjah Book Authority.
The Institute’s strategic vision is centered on building a robust network of international partnerships. It aims to serve not only as a bridge for intercultural dialogue, but also as a model reflecting the broader cultural vision of Sharjah and the United Arab Emirates: one that champions knowledge exchange, linguistic diversity, and global cultural engagement. One of its key goals is to elevate the status of the Arabic language among the world’s most influential languages.
The value of partnerships
Partnerships are at the heart of our vision. They enable us to build meaningful connections, share expertise and create new opportunities for collaboration among Arab, Italian, and international communities. We work with institutions, schools, universities and cultural organizations to develop a network rooted in knowledge exchange and the promotion of the Arabic language and culture. Our existing partnerships include primary and secondary schools across the Milan area, the Italian Ministries of Justice and Tourism, and the King Salman Global Academy for the Arabic Language. We believe that strong relationships and an ever-growing international network are essential to turning our vision into tangible projects and creating new opportunities for the future - together.
Bring your ideas to life with the Arabic Cultural Institute. From conferences and workshops to language programmes, exhibitions, and cultural events, we collaborate with our partners to develop engaging initiatives that connect people and ideas.
Collaborate with us to develop cultural, educational and research initiatives that connect Italian, Arab and international institutions. We welcome universities, schools, public institutions, and cultural organizations interested in creating long-term partnerships.
Become part of a growing international network dedicated to promoting the Arabic language and culture. If you have a proposal for a partnership or would like to explore a collaboration with us, please contact us at info@acimilan.com.
