| Organized By | The Bengal Library Association |
|---|---|
| In Collaboration With | University of Calcutta |
| Date | 20-22 December 2024 (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) |
| Time | 9.00 AM -- 8.00 PM (IST) |
| Venue | Centenary Auditorium, Asutosh Siksha Prangan, University of Calcutta (College Street Campus), Kolkata |
| Theme 1 | Role of Library Association in Developing Library Movement in the Country |
| Theme 2 | Media and Information Literacy: Challenges and Prospects in the 21st Century |
| Registration Fee | Rs.700.00 for LIS & Media Professionals & Rs.2000.00 for Sponsored Candidates |
On the auspicious occasion of Centenary Celebration, The Bengal Library Association proudly announces a joint seminar in collaboration with the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Calcutta. Original research papers are invited for presentation on the following themes:
| Theme-I: Role of Library Associations in Library Movement in the Country | |
|---|---|
| 1. | The Role of Library Associations: Exploring the contributions of national, state, special, and librarians’ associations in strengthening libraries |
| 2. | National Knowledge Commission on Libraries: Examining the commission's role in shaping library policies |
| 3. | Developing Professional Standards: Establishing a Code of Conduct for types of libraries |
| 4. | Legislative Advocacy: Implementing Library Acts for library growth at national and state levels |
| 5. | Government Support: Central and State Government's role in fostering a robust library movement |
| 6. | Education and Training: Understanding the impact of library schools in the development of libraries |
| Theme-II: Media and Information Literacy (MIL): Challenges and Prospects in the 21st Century | |
| 1. | Digital Literacy and the Information Divide |
| 2. | Integrating Media Literacy in Educational Curricula in developing MIL Skills in Youth |
| 3. | Media Literacy for Critical Thinking and Informed Citizenship |
| 4. | MIL for Marginalized Groups: Inclusive Approaches to Learning |
| 5. | MIL in the Age of Disinformation: Fighting Fake News and Misinformation |
| 6. | Media Ethics and Responsibilities in the Digital Age |
| 7. | Advocating MIL Policies: Role of Media Organisations |
| 8. | Collaborations among Media Organizations and other Social Institutions for Public Literacy |
| 9. | Facilitators of Media Literacy in the Community |
| 10. | Libraries as Knowledge Hub: Academic Library, Public Library, Special Library, Newspaper Library, Media Library, etc. |
Interested library and media professionals are invited to submit their papers as per the guidelines given below within November 30, 2024.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Seminar Date | December 20-22, 2024 |
| Last Date for Paper Submission | November 30, 2024 |
| Last Date for Registration | December 15, 2024 |
| Registration Fees | ₹.700.00 only for first programme at Calcutta University. |
| Donation Offer | If you donate ₹.5000.00 or more, no registration fees required for rest seminars. |
1) Demand Draft/Cheque in favor of THE BENGAL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION, payable at Kolkata.
2) Google Pay/PhonePe to No. 8961910437 (Indrashis Dey).
3) RTGS/NEFT Mode in favor of THE BENGAL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION.
4) Cash at BLA Office between 2-7 PM (except Sundays and Govt. holidays).
After paying the registration fee, kindly fill up the Registration Form for 'BLA Centenary Seminar 2024'.
