18th LIASA Annual Conference 2017 "Re-envisioning the role of Library and Information Services" Programme with presentations

SA Librarians' Day 2017

LIASAs anniversary, 10 July, was declared a special day dedicated to celebrate librarians. All LIS sectors are encouraged to celebrate the day in their special way.
The day is also used to raise awareness of the profession through various platforms, and the value added by librarians towards optimal access to relevant information, thus developing an informed nation.

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Industry Vacancies

The LIS is a dynamic environment, and so are the people working within this environment. One of the key reasons why people should consider changing jobs is to enhance their careers. At the same time, one needs to be constantly exposed to new environments, and also bring new perspectives to existing environments for innovation to occur.

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LIASA Professional Body Status

LIASA is the SAQA approved professional body for librarians in South Africa. Visit this page for answers to frequently asked questions.

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Reminder: Early Bird fee for 2017 Membership

  Please be reminded to renew your membership and take advantage of the cheapest fee. As an  Early Bird you receive a 5% discount on 2017 membership fees by paying the 2016 price. This offer is available only up to 31 December 2016. Be a ‘proudly LIASA 2017’ member and register/Renew your membership online through this link. Payment rates:  (Note: Payment

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Marketing and Advocacy Interest Group Survey

MAIG is LIASA’s Marketing and Advocacy Interest Group. MAIG strives to unite library and information workers interested in marketing and advocacy and wants to exchange new ideas and experiences among members at national and regional workshops, meetings and conferences. The new MAIG Committee for 2016 – 2018 invites you to participate in this questionnaire by

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LIASA Librarian of the Year announced!

The Librarian of the Year Award was announced during the Gala Dinner at the LIASA Conference on 13 October 2016. The Librarian of the Year is a role model for the Library and Information Services community and a person whose contributions make a lasting impact on the sector. This accolade is granted by peers in recognition

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Meet the LIASA Conference Digital Citizens!

On 10 October 2016 a workshop was presented on librarians becoming digital citizens. This workshop formed part of the series of workshops presented as part of the 17th Annual LIASA Conference. Librarians from various sub-systems were introduced to a variety of online tools, including webinars using Big Blue Button, meetings and screen sharing using Google

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LIASA-in-Touch Call for Articles, 21 October 2016

Dear Colleagues You are now invited to contribute to the DECEMBER  2016 issue of LIASA-in-Touch. The due date for submission of articles is Friday 21 October 2016.  We welcome articles on the following topics: LIASA Conference 2016 LIASA AGM Librarian of the Year 2016 LIASA Branch and Interest Group AGM’s Literacy Day programmes National Book

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Burning of the UKZN Howard College Law Library

Dear Colleagues The burning of the UKZN Howard College Law Library (and so many others in our country) so upsetting. Please read one of many articles/see photos at http://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-courts/pics-fires-tear-gas-rubber-bullets-at-ukzn-2065269 Please think of Mrs Joyce Myeza (Campus Librarian, and former HELIG Chair (2012-2014) and HELIG Additional Member (2014-2016)) and colleagues in this difficult and challenging times,

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