Opened in October 2024, the Shani Akilah Library was opened in honour of Shani at Woolwich Front Room - a space closely tied to her roots and her writing.

The library features books donated from Shani’s personal collection, celebrating community, storytelling, and the joy of sharing knowledge.

Woolwich has been a thread throughout her writing journey, with several stories in her acclaimed debut collection referencing her hometown. This permanent space stands as a tribute to words, imagination, and community.