Professional Events

The Armenian Library Association began celebrating National Library Week (NLW) in Armenia in 2002. This major annual event is held in mid-April and aims to highlight the importance of books and libraries in the advancement of civilisation. It also draws the attention of the state and society to the challenges facing modern libraries. All libraries across the Republic participate in NLW through specially designed programmes that include public lectures, book presentations and discussions, meetings, literary exhibitions, book donations, and other cultural events.

Since 2004, 7 October has been officially recognised as Librarians’ Day by the Armenian Government. The occasion aims to highlight the importance of libraries and librarians in the contemporary technological era. On this day, a wide range of events is held, including round-table discussions, literary matinées, debates on issues facing libraries, meetings with prominent figures from the academic, cultural, and literary communities, and ceremonies honouring outstanding librarians. The Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of the Republic of Armenia also announces five nominees for the Best Library awards, recognising excellence in public, academic, community, educational, and innovative library services.

On 4 July 1919, the Republic of Armenia adopted the National Public Book Depository statute, which established the National Library of Armenia. Since 1999, the National Library has organised annual events to mark the Day of the National Library of Armenia, honouring both veterans of library service and friends and supporters of the NLA.

Library and Information Week is an annual campaign run by ALIA, promoting libraries and the work of library and information professionals. It takes place at the end of May. AT 11am, on the Wednesday of the week, we hold National Simultaneous Storytime, with one children's picture book chosen for a nationwide reading event. In 2018, there were more than 1 million participants in Australia and New Zealand.

ALIA Information Online Conference is the biggest event in an information professional's calendar. The conference has been held since 1990 and attracts in the region of 1000 influential professionals from all sectors of the library industry. The conference program has a multi-sector focus and provides a unique opportunity for organisations to promote and showcase their products and services to a targeted and influential delegate group. Information Online gives access to key library and information service professionals from Australia, New Zealand, Asia Pacific, and beyond.This conference takes place every two years (next in 2019), in February, in Sydney.

ALIA National Conference provides the platform as a meeting point for all library and information professionals, from all sectors and all areas of Australia and the international community. It takes place every two years (next in 2020), around mid-year. It moves from city to city. In 2018, the National Conference was replaced by the Asia-Pacific Library and Information Conference, on Queensland's Gold Coast, in partnership with LIANZA and the Library Association of Singapore.

30th of June was approved by Ministerial Resolution No. 511/2007 of the Ministry of Labour and Labour Development as the Day of Librarians in Bolivia. It is being celebrated by all librarians throughout the country every year.

This national level event is organised by the College of Information Science Professionals (College of Professionals in Information Sciences of Bolivia, CPCIB). It takes place every other year and brings together all workers and professionals of the field.

This international event is organised by the College of Information Science Professionals (College of Professionals in Information Sciences of Bolivia, CPCIB). It takes place every other year in the La Paz city. It brings together workers and professionals from neighboring countries and the entire region for a three-day meeting.

May 11th is the professional holiday of librarians in Bulgaria. First celebrated in 2006, it recognizes the work and the achievements of Bulgarian librarians and their contributions to literacy, education and research, advance of culture, life-long learning and development.

This is an advocacy campaign of the Bulgarian Library and Information Association (BLIA). During the Week, librarians meet with local authorities, NGOs, and with the citizens enhancing the visibility of their libraries in the community, promoting their achievements and highlighting the significance of local support. At the national level, BLIA organizes hearings at the National Assembly and meetings with representatives of government agencies. BLIA invites as speakers internationally acknowledged personalities who are champions for the role of libraries. The major event is the official launch of the campaign that features a keynote speaker presentation and BLIA annual awards ceremony.

Canada celebrates Canadian Library Month every October. This month-long event highlights the importance of libraries in Canadian communities, schools, and academic institutions. Organized by the Canadian Federation of Library Associations (CFLA) and regional library associations, the goal is to raise awareness about the value of libraries and the role they play in education, literacy, and cultural preservation. Activities during the month include special programs, author readings, workshops, and community events that showcase library services.