**Apologies for cross posting**
We would like to remind you that the earlybird rate for the CILIP in Scotland Annual Conference ends on April 10th. This event has completely sold out in both of the last two years so please book early to avoid disappointment.
The event takes place in the Dundee Apex Hotel on 1st and 2nd June and the theme of the event is "Advocating Libraries: Innovate and Thrive". The conference will shine a light on some of the incredible work happening in libraries across Scotland and further afield as well as helping us all shout about the value of libraries and plan for a bright future.
You can book a place at the discounted rate via this link: https://cilips.formstack.com/forms/cilipsconference2015
Full details of the programme: http://www.cilips.org.uk/programme-2015/
This includes-
• A debate on what it might mean to be a library professional in 10 years time;
• Gerard Leitner from the Austrian Library Association talking about libraries of the future and the ‘Right to E-read campaign’;
• National Librarian Dr. John Scally setting out the vision for the NLS and how this fits in with libraries across Scotland;
• A mini library camp;
• The new National Strategy for Public Libraries;
• Ian Anstice talking about his hugely popular Public Libraries News website;
• Journalist and Author Peter Ross talking about the magic of libraries he has visited;
• The Learning Lab – A new Dundee and Angus College initiative that allows users to explore new technologies;
• CPD: What it means and why you should think about revalidation;
• The Manchester New Library Professionals Network;
• Philippa Cochrane, Head of Reader Development at the Scottish Book Trust discussing ‘what we talk about when we talk about reading.’
• A spotlight on prison libraries;
• A spotlight on the Digital Preservation Coalition; and
• Dr. Elizabeth Tait from Robert Gordon University giving delegates a run through of the recent ‘Bring Your Own Heritage’ project and looking and how libraries can harness new technology to enhance community heritage projects.
Earlybird rates-
Member Fully inclusive package (hotel accommodation, attendance, reception and conference dinner) £299+ VAT (£399 after 10 Apr)
Member Day delegate rate (attendance, lunch and refreshments) £65+VAT (£85 after 10 Apr)
We hope to see you there!
CILIP in Scotland
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