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Head of Service – North and West Libraries NI is seeking applicants with exceptionally strong leadership capability to help deliver a relevant, accessible and inclusive library service making a difference to the lives of people and communities. careers.librariesni.org.uk/V…

Deputy Chief Herald of Ireland (Assistant Keeper Grade I) The National Library of Ireland is seeking a highly motivated and accomplished professional to join the Office of the Chief Herald as Deputy Chief Herald of Ireland. More info: nli.ie/about-us/working-nati…

Read the LAI Rare Books Group's latest blog to find out about this year's annual summer visit to the National Gallery of Ireland Library and Archive, and the National Library of Ireland Visual Collections ow.ly/BGAL50ZHfsY

A reminder for those of you who have not yet submitted their nominations for the LAI An Post Author/Illustrator of the Year Award! There is still time... ⏲️irishbookawards.ie/award-cat…

Are you currently working in an Irish Library? Have you nominated your favourite Irish author or illustrator? If not, we want to hear from you! Help us to showcase their work and talent 🙌 #APIBA

A reminder to submit your favourite authors and/or illustrators as there is no limit on the number of nominations! Go, go, go ow.ly/NRvQ50ZqJ7q😁📚#APIBA

Calling all Iirsh libraries and LAI book club members, we would LOVE for you to nominate your favourite authors and/or illustrators! This is your opportunity to share your recommended and favourite Irish talent! Scan the QR code or go to ow.ly/flw950ZqIYp #APIBA

Join the National Library of Ireland in a specialist conservation role at the heart of safeguarding nationally significant collections. More information: nli.ie/about-us/working-nati…

The NLI are seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to lead delivery of the Across These Islands – Shared Histories, Shared Futures programme. More information: nli.ie/about-us/working-nati…

HSLJ Summer 2026 issue! This edition dives into DEBI —from accessibility in FE to neurodiversity in librarianship, Human Library projects, Graphic Medicine, and early‑career LIS voices. A powerful, inclusive read for our community. journals.ucc.ie/index.php/hs… #hslg #medlibs #DEBI

Congratulation to Paschal Donohoe, who recieved the LAI President's Medal, presented by Lorna Dodd, President of the LAI, in recognition of his efforts in promoting and advocating for libraries and reading. #LibraryAssociationOfIreland #LAIPresidentsMedal #PaschalDonohoe

📚Want to develop your systematic searching skills? 🔍Join Wichor Bramer for a 2 part online workshop "Efficiency and Confidence in Systematic Searches". 👇These workshops are exclusive to LAI members and are free for HSLG members. Find out more here: ow.ly/CLP050Z2Mu9

Registration for #LAICILIP2026 is OPEN! Join us 29-30 April at Monaghan Peace Campus. Need bursary support? Apply now! 🔗More info: conference.libraryassociatio… 🔗Tickets: LAI-CILIP-2026.eventbrite.ie

Recording available: Libraries Leading Change for Climate and Sustainability - ELAN Sustainability Webinar #1 youtube.com/watch?v=6hpiX81w… Read more: eblida.org/event/libraries-l…

LAI Rare Books Group AGM & Annual Lecture. Dr Nora Moroney: "Benjamin Iveagh - a life in books". Online, Wed 18 Feb, at 12.00. The Group is also running an online rare books cataloguing course on Thurs, 26 Feb. Links below! eventbrite.ie/e/198064505467… eventbrite.ie/e/193683317315…

The National Library of Ireland is delighted to be accepting applications for the position of Assistant Keeper Grade 1 in Photographic Collections. More information about the role and application process is at nli.ie/about-us/working-nati…

The LAI/CILIP Conference will take place on Wednesday the 29th and Thursday the 30th of April in Monaghan at the stunning new Peace Campus. The Call for Papers and Conference theme will be announced soon! We are really looking forward to another wonderful conference!

Join us for the Youth Libraries Group 'Recommending with Confidence' Conference 2026📚! East & West locations, with projects, authors, and keynote Richard Hogan. libraryassociation.ie/youth-…

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📢Call for Abstracts!!! The 2026 conference theme is Transforming futures: Libraries leading through Change and Innovation. #CONUL26 invites submissions for presentations and posters. 📩 Submit Your Abstract here: ow.ly/NplN50XMy7V