The Bulgarian Library and Information Association
The Bulgarian Library and Information Association is a voluntary, independent professional organization that brings together professionals, united for improving library and information service and raising the prestige of librarianship.
- Develop and promote ideas and concepts for the implementation of national library, information and cultural policies.
- Continue working on the development of updated library regulations, relevant to the needs of different types of libraries.
- Assist and encourage the development of library and information sector in Bulgaria in line with the European and international standards and tendencies.
- Stimulate cooperation between libraries
- Participate in current national programs and initiate new programs and projects at local, national and international level.
- Provide systematic support for enhancing professional qualification and the continuing education of library and information specialists.
- Expand and consolidate the Association’s structure; further develop BLIA’s cooperation with the international library community.
- Develop publishing program and stimulate research and sociological surveys on current issues in the field.
- Implement proactive advocacy and public communication
- Transforming the profile and standing of the profession
- Increase visibility of BLIA in the Bulgarian public sphere
- Attract new partners in the country and abroad
36th National Conference of BBIA “Libraries in an Era of Global Change – a Source of Knowledge, Reliability, and Digital Information”
The 36th National Conference of BBIA will be held on 4 and 5 June 2026 in Sofia – Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, “The Egg” Hall, Rectorate.
Theme: Libraries in an Era of Global Change – a Source of Knowledge, Reliability, and Digital Information
Thematic highlights: Equal access and inclusion in libraries; Libraries as spaces for dialogue and community; Support for education and lifelong learning; Reliability of information, information and media literacy; Copyright and intellectual property in the digital era; Creation and management of digital content; Innovative and modern library services; Open science and scholarly communication; Artificial intelligence and new technologies in library practice; Digital humanities and documentary heritage; Good practices and successful library projects.
Participation opportunities: Paper – theoretical and applied aspects of the main topics and issues (5–10 pages); Presentation – showcasing good practices (up to 20 slides); Poster – size 70x100 cm (1 piece, based on a template; prepared and printed at the participant’s expense).
Deadline for submission of participation applications with paper/presentation/poster – 15 May 2026
Notification of authors regarding accepted papers/presentations/posters – 20 May 2026
Deadline for participation without paper/presentation/poster – 25 May 2026
Participation Application Link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKcYSTOq969nbMC23w5qWgwhQpT0bW7bzsBPKHlWJQvxAmoA/formResponse
