CILIP Onsite training courses focus on learning through interaction, discussion and participation. Our highly skilled trainers are chosen not just for their sector experience and expertise but also for their facilitative skills.
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CILIP Onsite training courses focus on learning through interaction, discussion and participation. Our highly skilled trainers are chosen not just for their sector experience and expertise but also for their facilitative skills.
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Universities welcome enquiries from prospective students. Contact the appropriate admissions departments for full entry requirements, and for detailed information on the content and the mode of delivery. The admissions department will also be able to tell you about any waiting lists for places.
Most courses are offered as full-time or part-time by day release. The Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, Aberystwyth University and Northumbria University in Newcastle offer distance learning options.
In addition, CILIP maintains a list of courses which have previously been accredited by either CILIP, the Library Association or the Institute of Information Scientists but which have since been withdrawn. Successful graduates from these accredited programmes are eligible to proceed towards Chartership (MCLIP). Please contact the Qualifications and Professional Development Department at CILIP for further information.
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CILIP Onsite training courses focus on learning through interaction, discussion and participation. Our highly skilled trainers are chosen not just for their sector and expertise but also for their facilititative skills.
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Entries for the 2012 award have now closed. Shortlisted entries will be announced in Spring 2012 and the winner will be announced on the 26 June 2012.
The judges are representatives from CILIP's Community Services Group.
The Community Services Group of CILIP is interested in promoting community cohesion through the use of library and information services to empower people and improve their quality of life. The group also helps in developing CILIP policy on social justice and community engagement.
Each year three members of the Community Services Group volunteer their time as judges for this prestigious award. Part of the vigorous judging process includes intensive project visits for the judges to decide on the finalists, and eventually, the winning project.
A project must be:
Before completing your entry, consider how your project fits with the overall aims and objectives of the award - the judges will assess each entry looking for the following:
The judges' decisions are final. They reserve the right to withhold or withdraw the Award at their own discretion.
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Emails
All emails to membership@cilip.org.uk will be responded to as quickly as possible. In most cases members will receive a reply within one working day. During particularly busy times (e.g. December to March, when most members are renewing) it may take us two to three days to respond.
Telephone calls
Wherever possible we will answer your call in person. Occasionally you will be put through to our voicemail because the phones are all in use; the team is in a meeting; or you have called outside our office hours of 9am –5pm. Please leave us a message and we will call you back within one working day.
Written correspondence
We will reply to written correspondence within five working days.
Membership applications
It takes around two to three weeks from receiving your membership form and payment for us to process a membership application and send out a welcome pack.
Please note that this will increase during peak times,(e.g. January to March, when most members are renewing)
Membership renewals
At peak times (December to March), when we are receiving a very high volume of forms and payments, it can take two to three weeks for us to process a membership renewal. Please don’t contact us to progress your renewal unless it’s urgent. The time it takes to deal with queries such as ‘Has my payment been processed?’ slows the whole process down and could result in further delay.
Receipts
If you would like a receipt for your subscription payment please include a stamped address envelope with your application or renewal form. Receipts are processed once or twice a week so please allow up to seven days to receive it and slightly longer during peak times.
Complaints
If you are unhappy with the service you have received from us please write to:
Lisa Goldsmith
Membership Administration Manager
CILIP
7 Ridgmount Street
London
WC1E 7AE
Or email membership@cilip.org.uk and mark it for the attention of the Membership Administration Manager
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Reports to: Office of the President
Terms of Reference:-
(The above information is taken from CILIP's General Regulation No.62)
Date Constituted: 1st January 2009
Chair:
Biddy Fisher MLib FCLIP (Biddy.Fisher@cilip.org.uk)
Membership:
Susan Cook MCLIP
Peter Griffiths BA(Hons) FCLIP MCLIP
Tom Houghton BSc DipLib DPA MCLIP MBA
Hettie Jones BSc MSc DipEd MCLIP
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The General Regulations, which sit under the Royal Charter and Bye-laws, were approved by Council in July 2007 and have since undergone minor amendments.
The Appendices to the General Regulations contain the following:
Appendix A - Regulations for Qualification and Revalidation
Appendix B - Ethical Principles, Code of Professional Practice and CILIP Disciplinary Regulations
Appendix C - Regulations for the Retired Members Guild
Appendix D - Regulations for Affiliated Members
Appendix E - Regulations for the Interim Policy Forum
Appendix F - Branch Rules and SIG Rules.
Revised Branch Rules and Group Rules were approved by Council in September 2010 and can be downloaded via the link below.
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Jeremy Hunt, Secretary of State for Culture, appeared today before the Select Committee of Culture, Media and Sport to answer questions regarding the annual report and accounts of DCMS. This included an exchange with the Committee’s Chair, John Whittingdale MP, on the position of public libraries. In particular the Chair explored the meaning of “comprehensive and efficient” within the Public Libraries and Museums Act (1964) and the extent of library closures currently taking place.
In his response the Secretary of State referred to the Roberts Report (1959)* where he claimed “comprehensive” was about a “good selection of books” and efficiency about reducing the number of public library authorities. He favoured “modernisation” of the public library service rather than “vandalism”. Although unwilling to comment in detail specifically on individual authorities because of judicial action he suggested DCMS continued to monitor the situation closely. In response to the Chair's query as to whether a significant number of library closures in an authority would breach the Act he responded that a number of authorities were exploring community-led library options, whereas Brent was increasing opening hours.
Commenting on the Secretary of State’s performance CILIP’s Chief Executive, Annie Mauger, expressed surprise that the Minister referred back to a 1959 report to define “comprehensive and efficient”. “There have been many official documents since then” she said, “The original public library standards (2001) were specifically designed to help the Secretary of State determine whether an authority was providing a “comprehensive and efficient” service. In the Open Public Services White Paper I note that for national public services the Government proposes to focus on core entitlements, setting floor standards enforced by independent regulators or published data and ensuring fair access to services. Yes please that is what we want for public libraries too and the powers already exist to achieve it – Secretary of State please use them”.
Similarly Annie expressed concern that community-managed libraries run by volunteers might be regarded as meeting the requirements of the Act. “CILIP’s position is clear”, she states, “If community managed libraries are to be regarded as part of the statutory service they must have a core paid staff, be part of the professionally led public library service and operate within a service level agreement with that parent library service. Volunteers play a valuable role in enhancing the public library service but they are not a replacement for the skills and expertise of staff. All are entitled to a public library service of high quality”.
CILIP response to the Open Public Services White Paper consultation
For more information please contact:
Guy Daines
Head of Policy, CILIP
Email: Guy.Daines@cilip.org.uk
Tel: 020 7255 0632
* The structure of the public library service in England and Wales. [The Roberts report]. HMSO, 1959. (Cmnd. 660)
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CILIP's work is governed by its Council, set up under the Royal Charter. The President and Councillors of CILIP are elected by the membership via an annual election.
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Don't stand by on the sidelines...
Six candidates are standing for election to fill four posts on CILIP Council. Council sets and oversees the CILIP’s overall strategic direction. To help decide who to vote for we are providing more opportunities than ever for you to learn about the candidates and make sure your vote is an informed choice.
Don't stand by on the sidelines. Get involved in your professional body and use your opportunity to ask the candidates the questions that matter most to you.
A free hustings event will take place in London on Thursday November 10. If you can’t make it in person you can watch the event live or on the CILIP website afterwards. We will be taking questions for the candidates in advance by email and during the event on Twitter. An open eHustings discussion forum is also now available, where you can interact with the candidates and ask them your questions.
This is your chance to meet some of the CILIP 2012 election candidates, listen to their manifestos, and ask them a question:
An open eHustings discussion forum is now available where you can ask the candidates your burning questions and hear their views.
The forum will close at 5pm on Wednesday 30 November, when voting closes. Anyone can view the forum, but you need to register on the website to post comments:
Find out more about the candidates by reading their manifestos and supporting statements:
For further information contact:
Mark Taylor
Director of External Relations, CILIP
Email: mark.taylor@cilip.org.uk
Tel: 020 7255 0654
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I began my professional career working in public libraries in Dudley and during the time I was there, held the post of Reference and Local History Librarian. In 1965 I achieved Chartered Librarian status whilst working as a Librarian/Information Officer at the BBA Group in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire. I then moved into teaching at City of Birmingham College of Commerce, later the University of Central England (now Birmingham City University) where I held various teaching posts from 1967 – 2003.
I taught a variety of subjects including Library and society, management and local studies. I retired from teaching in 2003 although I still retained an interest until 2009 as a University Orator researching, writing and delivering citations for Honorary Degrees.
I have chaired many validating panels within other Faculties in the University of Central England, including Masters Courses, in the Faculty of Health, Birmingham Institute of Art and Design and the Birmingham Conservatoire.
As Chair of the Library Campaign, I have spoken on behalf of the Campaign in Berlin, Southampton and Ely.
I have served on various professional committees such as the West Midlands Branch Committee, ISG, GLIG and the Local Studies Group and held various honorary positions within these groups.
My social interests include; my role as professional cricket umpire in various leagues in Warwickshire, Birmingham and Worcestershire and membership of the Evesham Operatic and Dramatic Society, where I have assisted in recent productions of “Hello Dolly” and “Annie”.
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I am not by any stretch of the imagination a traditional librarian, but I view this as a definite positive, since it allows me to look at the profession in a slightly different way. I have always worked with librarians however, from my early days when I was an information officer for the British Council, through to providing technical support to libraries as UK and Europe Head, Technical Support SilverPlatter UK. Since 1995 I've been an internet consultant, training information professionals at home as well as around the world.
My main interest is Internet Search, and I've been involved with a number of different search engine companies looking at their product, most notably Microsoft, where I was one of their original 'search champs'. However, I'm also very interested in Web 2.0 and social media in all of its forms, and I enjoy spending time in libraries, and with librarians looking at how these resources can improve their value.
I have also spent much time writing about the internet and Facet Publishing have published several of my books. I also write columns for the professional press, including CILIP Update magazine, with my column running for over 10 years. When I'm not teaching or writing I speak at conferences on various aspects of the role played by the Internet in the development of library services.
When I'm not doing any of that - you'll generally find me playing on the internet - I have never lost my wonder for it, and to be able to link that with my love for libraries is perfection. I'm always keen to find out new information, to see examples of what libraries and information professionals are doing and to shout these out to the world at large, so please do let me know about anything that you're involved with which you find interesting and exciting.
Away from keyboards and the world of information I like taking photographs, reading science fiction, crime, American and military history. I also follow Everton Football Club for my sins.
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(to serve until 31 December 2013)
Biography
I started work for the public library service in 1994. I held a number of posts over the following 16 years, often focussed on diversity and inclusion, and am an active member of CILIP's Diversity Group. I have worked to provide valued library services for rural and urban communities, to schools, to people in sheltered accommodation and homes, for people with mental health concerns, prisoners, LGBT groups, and for migrant workers.
I have worked for a variety of branch and mobile public library services, worked with school librarians, the police service, health librarians, prison librarians, lifelong learning professionals, and been a grateful user at 2 academic libraries. I ran school libraries in Kenya and Jordan, and have made visits to public libraries in California, Eire and France.
I was made redundant in 2010, and currently I am completing my MCLIP, working in a second-hand book shop and as a waitress.
I am honoured to take on the role of CILIP Trustee. We are living in interesting times for libraries - responding to technological change, social transformation, and political developments.
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To submit electronically you should continue to follow the guidance in the appropriate handbook. However we also ask you to use these guidelines:
1. Put your documents in one clearly labelled folder. If possible include everything in one file or document
2. Use 'Hyperlink' in the Insert tab from the tool bar to link to documents in within the folder
3. Use 'Hyperlink' to link to URLs*
4. Use 'Bookmark' (also found in Insert tab) to link to sentences, paragraphs, sections and pages within documents
5. When you create a link please add a reciprocal link from the evidence to take the assessor back to the Evaluative Statement
6. If the documents can be easily and clearly included in one file then you can use the 'contents table', which may be found under the 'references' tab, to create a contents list that links to your evidence
7. Copy your portfolio on to three disks or USBs and return to CPD CILIP, 7 Ridgmount St, London WC1E 7AE with the appropriate submission form (see the individual qualification's page on the left hand menu)
Do not send large portfolios: With electronic submissions there is a temptation to include more material than necessary. There is no limit however good submissions have been made between 50 and 80 pages long. To help you decide what to include you should:
- Only use evidence that it is important for the Board members to read
- Ensure all evidence has been referenced from the statement
- Refrain from including long documents that can be summarized
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Reports to: Office of the President
Terms of Reference:-
(Information taken from General Regulation No.58)
Date Constituted: 1st January 2008
Secretary: Jill Colbert
Chair: Joanna Ball BA(Hons) MA MCLIP
Membership:-
Lynette Bailey BA (Hons) MLib MCLIP
Alison Jobey BA MCLIP
Thomas Kearns BA DipLib MCLIP
George Lilley MA PhD DipLib FCLIP
Bernard Naylor MA DipLib FRSA MCLIP
Jean Plaister OBE BSc FCLIP
Michael Saich FCLIP
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The Association of Senior Children’s and Education Librarians (ASCEL), the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) and the School Library Association (SLA) want everyone to start SHOUTING ABOUT School Libraries and Schools Library Services.
While recent media focus has been on the closure of public libraries, ASCEL, CILIP and the SLA are asking people to lend their voices to a major new campaign to lead the fight to ensure children and young people across the country have access to proper library resources whether on-site, as part of a cluster of schools or through local authorities’ Schools Library Services.
School librarians and Schools Library Services expertise are essential in helping children navigate the digital world and improve information literacy skills. What use is a classroom of PCs connected to the internet if children don’t know how to use them effectively?
CILIP Chief Executive Annie Mauger, who represents librarians working in both the public and private sector explains, "A library is more than a room full of books. It should be run by trained professionals who encourage reading, advise on using information and help children develop essential literacy and research skills. All children and young people should have access to the benefits they bring. Currently this is not the case. We are launching this campaign to SHOUT ABOUT the great job librarians in school libraries and school library services do and the threats they are facing."
A recent study for the Times Education Supplement (TES) found that some 600, 000 children no longer had access to a Schools Library Service.
Gillian Harris, Chair of ASCEL said, “Teachers need a wide range of stimulating, up-to-date and relevant learning resources to deliver an exciting and vibrant curriculum. I want to SHOUT ABOUT Schools Library Services because they are an amazing cost-effective way for schools to make sure children of all abilities have the best quality materials in the classroom to inspire their learning. Add to this the professional support, advice and books Schools Library Services can provide to those wanting to build a reading culture and an excellent library, then they should be at the top of every school’s list to buy in.“
SLA Director Tricia Adams adds, “School librarians are often the lone practitioner in their school; the importance of a campaign like this is in its ability to bring together all the messages that need to reach a wide constituency of government and local decision makers, including head teachers, governors and parents. We all need to join together to SHOUT ABOUT school libraries and Schools Library Services.”
The campaign will run until late 2012 and aims to raise awareness of the value of school libraries and Schools Library Services to their communities (at both primary and secondary school level) amongst key stakeholders including government, head teachers, governors and parents.
To get involved in the campaign visit the SHOUT ABOUT webpage. From now until the end of the year campaigning resources will be developed and added to the website for anyone want to help SHOUT ABOUT their own school library or Schools Library Service.
CILIP in Wales is currently undertaking similar campaigning work around school libraries.
While, in Scotland, school library provision is determined by the COSLA School Library Standards and school libraries are considered as part of school inspection by Education Scotland. We would like everyone across the UK to recognise the value of school librarians and librarians working in Schools Library Services.
Website: www.cilip.org.uk/shoutabout
Twitter hash tag #SHOUTABOUT
For more information email: media@cilip.org.uk
Tel: 0207 255 0650
Notes for editors
1. What makes a good school library?
A good school library will have qualified and experienced library staff who work with teaching staff to provide learning resources that will support the curriculum. Questions to ask about your school library.
Is your school library:
• run by a qualified librarian?
• a fun and exciting place to be with lots of things happening?
• equipped with a wide range of printed materials such as books, magazines and newspapers?
• providing access to the internet and electronic resources?
• available for children’s private study and reading?
Does your school library:
• allow children access before, during and after school hours?
• allow children to regularly borrow books?
• cultivate children’s research and enquiry skills?
• encourage reading for pleasure?
2. What is a Schools Library Service?
Schools Library Services are run by experienced qualified librarians who have knowledge of the curriculum and of children’s literature. The service is run by local authorities although the way it operates varies considerably. Schools subscribe to their local service on behalf of all their teachers. Some authorities pay for the service from central funds, so it is free at the point of delivery to schools. A Schools Library Service will:
a) Advise schools and provide training on managing and developing their own school libraries and teaching resources in schools, on teaching information and digital fluency to enable children to become independent learners and on helping schools create a reading culture.
b) Lend or make available for purchase carefully chosen resources to support teaching and learning in the classroom and to support wider reading for pleasure and enjoyment.
3. About the Association of Senior Children's and Educational Librarians (ASCEL)
ASCEL is a national membership network of Senior Children's and Educational Librarians, who work together to stimulate developments and respond to initiatives relating to children and young people in public libraries and educational services. www.ascel.org.uk
4. About the School Libraries Group (SLG) of CILIP
The School Libraries Group (SLG) is a special interest group of CILIP and affirms that school libraries and Schools Library Services are fundamental to the development of a literate population able to participate fully in a thriving democracy, culture, civilization and economy. SLG is committed to enabling its members to achieve and maintain the highest professional standards and advocating on their behalf. www.cilip.org.uk/slg
5. About the School Library Association (SLA)
The School Library Association is an independent charity that believes that every pupil is entitled to effective school library provision. The SLA is committed to supporting everyone involved with school libraries, promoting high quality reading and learning opportunities for all. www.sla.org.uk
6. Times Educational Supplement (TES) article:
Books denied to 600, 000. Full TES article available here: http://www.tes.co.uk/article.aspx?storycode=6082582
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This morning the outcome of the Brent Libraries Judicial review was published. It found for Brent Council and ruled that the process Brent Council followed in reaching a decision to close six of its libraries had been reasonable.
Commenting on the judgment CILIP’s Chief Executive, Annie Mauger, said “We will be studying this judgment carefully for its national implications. However there can be little doubt of the immense disappointment thousands of users in Brent and elsewhere will feel. Once again this has shown how much libraries mean to local people and once again both national and local politicians need to understand the depths of this feeling. Libraries should be seen as part of the way out of the recession and not as an easy service to cut”.
CILIP acknowledges the difficult financial position Councils are in and that tough decisions are being made in regard to all public sector services. However it is concerned that public libraries are not expected to bear disproportionate cuts and that there is effective public consultation and engagement in regard to future public library provision. It supports genuine ways of saving costs through improved efficiency and the exploration of imaginative new ways of delivering services.
CILIP also believes that the national and local debates on library provision would be improved with a modern national vision for the library service underpinned by proper standards. We note that in its Open Public Services White Paper the Government proposes that, for the national services it procures, the Government should establish and enforce core entitlements, set floor standards enforced by independent regulators or published data and ensure fair access to services. “This is what should exist for public libraries” explains Annie Mauger. “The public library service is a national service shaped and delivered locally by Councils. We need a national vision for the service, a set of standards such as those that exist in Wales and Scotland, and a Secretary of State willing to enforce such standards where necessary. The powers already exist in the Public Libraries & Museums Act (1964)”.
Read the full judgement here
EndsPress contacts:
Kasey Butler, Communications & Campaigns Manager, CILIP
Email: kasey.butler@cilip.org.uk
Tel: 0207 255 0653
Guy Daines, Head of Policy
Email: guy.daines@cilip.org.uk
Tel: 0207 255 0632
Mob: 07837 534990
Notes to editors:
CILIP: the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals is the leading professional body for librarians, information specialists and knowledge managers. CILIP’s vision is a fair and economically prosperous society underpinned by literacy, access to information and the transfer of knowledge. CILIP is a registered charity, no. 313014.
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CILIP's Annual Buyers' Guide Directory is the most comprehensive information source for suppliers' products and services, available to key buyers and users in the Library and Information sector.
Published each year in December, this colour publication is distributed to over 4,000 procurement officers in Universities, Colleges of Higher and Further Education, Local Authority libraries, Specialist and Corporate libraries.
The Buyers' Guide is now accessible in digital format to all CILIP members on the CILIP website.
The content from this valuable publication is also available online at www.buyersguideonline.co.uk. If you miss out on the print publication, it is still possible to take a listing on www.buyersguideonline.co.uk. Contact us for more information.
The site includes listings on companies and products ranging from book preservation to library management systems. This online and offline combination results in the most cost effective method of reaching the key buyers in the Library & Information Sector, all year round.
If you are a Suppliers' Network member you can simultaneously renew your membership and your entry in the Directory, making significant savings.
To be included in this incomparable resource contact Angela Krzyzanowska or Gary Allman on 020 7255 0553/2.
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Read the latest blog post from CILIP's Head of Policy Guy Daines
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CILIP is campaigning for school libraries and school library services as we believe they make an important contribution to society. We all benefit if the next generation is well educated, highly literate and have the necessary understanding and information literacy skills to navigate our increasingly digital world.
How can CILIP members get involved?
This campaign will keep the effectiveness of library support for teaching and learning at the forefront of Head teachers’ and other decision makers’ thinking.
We will be building up a range of web resources for the campaign and hope colleagues from all sectors of the library and information profession across the UK will add their voice to it. While the focus is obviously on school librarians, it will undoubtedly raise the profile of librarians and information professionals overall with the government, the media and the public.
Watch this space. We will be adding campaigning resources to this section of the website from November onwards. Some materials will be focussed on supporting school libraries and individual school librarians while others will be to help support Schools Library Services.
What can you do to support the campaign?
1. Tweet your support and promote the value of school libraries and schools library services by using the hashtag #SHOUTABOUT
2. Find out if your children have access to a well resourced school library and/or Schools Library Service.
3. Speak and/or write to your local authority, head teacher or school governor about ensuring children have access to proper library resources.
4. SHOUT ABOUT the positives – we are also keen to hear any positive case studies and examples of school librarians and Schools Library Services making the difference in children’s lives. Share your stories by emailing campaigning@cilip.org.uk
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Here are some answers to the membership questions we are most often asked. If your question isn't answered here please contact the Membership team.
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Toni Franck has filled the vacant Trustee position on CILIP Council. The vacancy followed Gareth Johnson’s decision to step down early.
Isabel Hood, Chair of CILIP Council, said, “I’m delighted to welcome Toni to CILIP Council and am sure she will make a very strong contribution to it over the coming years.”
Toni Franck accepted the position, saying "I am honoured to take on the role of Trustee. I know these are difficult times, and how important library services are. I will work diligently and creatively on behalf of the CILIP membership."
Toni will serve on Council until December 2013. Read Toni’s manifesto and supporting statements from the election that took place in 2010.
CILIP’s Bye-laws state that when the office of Councillor becomes vacant mid-term, following a contested election, the unsuccessful candidate who received the highest number of votes should be approached to automatically fill the vacancy. See Bye-law 58 for full details.
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Graduates, if you are from a non-library / information discipline looking for a library and information career then this is the scheme for you. Go to the Directory of CILIP Graduate Training Opportunities to view vacancies.
Information for employers explains how the scheme helps recruit graduates.
However you decide to continue your route to a CILIP accredited qualification, full-time, part-time or distance learning then you should be looking at our list of Graduate Traineeships. There is no charge to use the service. Get updates on new vacancies on Facebook and Twitter.
Employers benefit from enthusiastic graduates. You can add details of entry level vacancies suitable for graduates looking to start their careers in libraries and information for only £50.
CILIP's Qualifications pages provide professional development ideas suitable for people at all stages of their careers.
Some charities look for volunteers to help run information services. These opportunities can be useful ways of gaining the library and information experience needed to enrol on CILIP accredited postgraduate courses.
For all queries about CILIP Graduate Training Opportunities please contact CILIP's Qualifications team
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Simon Edwards will take up the post of Director of Professional Services in late November.
Simon currently works in a senior role as a change manager at West Sussex County Council. Prior to this he was Development Director at Museums Libraries and Archives South East and delivered a number of national projects. He has a proven track record in change management, strategic planning and in supporting teams and people.
“It is a challenging time for both CILIP and the wider library and information sector,” Simon Edwards said, “I am excited by the opportunity to join CILIP in this new role and look forward to developing the offer to members in line with the feedback and challenges presented by the Defining our Professional Future project. I am looking forward to engaging with members from across the sector to ensure that the services we provide are relevant and high quality.”
CILIP Chief Executive Annie Mauger said, “We are delighted to welcome Simon to the team. His skills in working with people and managing change will be a great asset and I know he will be a huge help in ensuring that our Continuous Professional Development offer is accessible and relevant. Simon has direct experience of being part of a CILIP branch committee and will bring that with him to his work in supporting members and stakeholders. He has also worked strategically with government and will be a great advocate for the profession.”
The Professional Services directorate is focused on delivering services to members, creating community and active recruitment by bringing together areas of activity that relate directly to members. It includes three teams; Continuous Professional Development (CPD), Customer Services and Facet Publishing.
The CPD team provide advice about qualifications to students, Chartership candidates, employers and education providers. Customer Services support members, CILIP Branches and Special Interest Groups with advice and information, and also administer membership joining and renewal. Facet Publishing produces a wealth of professional titles. The quality and relevance of Facet titles are linked directly to CILIP’s CPD services.
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