Celebrate books, conversation, and community in honour of Alia Hogben.
Alia’s Reading Room is a book club inspired by Alia Hogben’s love of reading. It brings people together to explore ideas, share reflections, and connect through stories.
Alia Hogben, former Executive Director of CCMW, was a lifelong reader and passionate advocate. This initiative honours her curiosity, warmth, and dedication to community.
A curated selection of books Alia read, spanning fiction, nonfiction, and memoir.
Hosted by Zahra Grant & Nadeen El-Kassem, the podcast explores Alia’s recommended books with insights, reflections, and conversations inspired by each title.
Read along, listen to the podcast, and connect with other readers.
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