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CILIP is the leading professional body for librarians, information specialists and knowledge manager Join CILIP and invest in your professional future.

Membership provides a range of benefits that help develop your skills, keep your knowledge up to date and advance your career. CILIP advocates the value of library and information professionals and the services they provide to the government, key agencies and the public. Anyone with an interest in information, knowledge or libraries can join. The benefits include:
- Professional development
- Support for your career
- Staying informed
- Networking and community
- Special deals

Through membership you can gain internationally recognised qualifications and participate in a community of people who care about professional development. Keep your skills and knowledge up-to-date through member-only content on the CILIP website, CILIP Update magazine, the latest titles from Facet Publishing, events and training courses. By joining CILIP you are also investing in the future of the profession - you help us advocate the value of library and information professionals and the services they provide to the government, media and other key decision makers. CILIP encourages people to consider a library and information career, to ensure that university courses meet the needs of employers, and to raise the status of all those who work in libraries and information.

22/10/2026

🎉 As we celebrate 150 years of CILIP in 2027, we're inviting our communities to help shape the conversation about the profession's future.

For Members' Fest 2027, we're seeking proposals that explore:

✅ Future skills
✅ Workforce development
✅ Leadership and succession planning
✅ Diversity and inclusion
✅ Safeguarding the future of the profession

Last year, more than 1,700 unique attendees joined the festival. We'd love to see your network represented in next year's programme.

🗓️ Submission deadline: 6 November 2026

Learn more: https://www.cilip.org.uk/community-events/members-fest-2027-call-for-papers/

22/10/2026

🤯This has blown our sustainable minds! Happy Week!

22/10/2026

"We are launching the Camden Libraries' five-year strategy during Week so we can connect our ambitions for the future with the wider goals of our borough.

"We’re also honoured to be one of the first three Green Library Hubs in the UK. Our Green Library Hub is already making a difference - from activities focused on saving money and energy, to creating opportunities for residents to learn practical skills, connect with nature and brings together residents, local partners and volunteers."

— Councillor Sabrina Frances, Cabinet Member for Jobs, Young People and Culture London Borough of Camden
What a start to this year's Week! Keep sharing your events with us.

22/10/2026

OUT NOW from Facet Publishing, Plagiarism and Artificial Intelligence

Written by Michael Seadle, this is a comprehensive examination of the concepts of AI and plagiarism, including both their historical and modern definitions. A timely read.

Order now: https://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/page/detail/?K=9781783308392

21/10/2026

🌱TODAY'S THE DAY!

💚It's Day One of Week and we're off to a great start with hundreds of green events lined up across the country. The theme is: Climate facts for a greener future.

🐝Share your stories, events and activities with us using . Green Libraries Week runs until 28 October.

20/10/2026

Our training partner on the Hub project, Julie's Bicycle has written a blog reflecting on Year 1. Catch the themes that emerged from the training, and the effects too. The Hubs are gearing up for Green Libraries Week - starting this Weds. https://juliesbicycle.org/opinion/what-if-all-our-public-libraries-became-climate-action-hubs/

20/10/2026

CILIP's Annual Buyers' Guide Directory 2026 is now live!
The autumn edition of CILIP’s Buyer’s Guide features new content and dozens of contacts for CILIP’s Supplier Partners. Whatever you are looking for from supply to service, our Buyer’s Guide has you covered. From access and archival services to web design and WiFi, there are dozens of trusted partners ready to meet all your supplier needs.
Read the Buyer’s Guide https://content.yudu.com/web/43mce/0A43mcf/Buyers-Guide-2026Aut/index.html
See the full Supplier Directory https://content.yudu.com/web/43mce/0A43mcf/Buyers-Guide-2026Aut/html/index.html?page=25&origin=reader

20/10/2026

💡 Session spotlight: AI-Supported Coding
Whether you're a technical specialist or simply interested in emerging technologies, this session offers valuable insight into how AI is transforming coding and development.
We're delighted to welcome Dr Suvodeep Mazumdar, Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader for MSc Data Science at the University of Sheffield.

Expect expert perspectives on the future of coding with AI.
🎟️ Register now: https://librariesrewired.org.uk/

19/10/2026

This is it - GreenLibraries Week starts this Wednesday, and we're happy to report that the map is looking greener than ever with more than 300 events listed across the country - is yours on there?

Don't panic - there's still time to get yours planned and added.

Just use our FREE resources to inspire you, and then add to the map. Make sure you're promoting your green event to your library users in good time, and don't forget to share how it goes with us.

Remember: share your Week using so that we can repost.
https://www.cilip.org.uk/advocacy/research-and-development/green-libraries-campaign/green-libraries-week/

19/10/2026

🟩What’s on this week? Week starts on Weds 21 October, and we also have a great schedule of online and in-person events.

📅 From inspiring events to hands-on training and activities, there’s always something new for our members and networks.
🆓Many sessions are FREE or discounted for CILIP members. Don’t miss out on your chance to connect, learn, and grow.
✨ New events are added regularly - explore what’s coming up and book your place: www.cilip.org.uk/community-events/upcoming-events

📣All events are hosted by CILIP or a CILIP Member Network Group, unless otherwise stated. See you there!

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