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Action for Development through Libraries Programme Core Activity (ALP)

Scholarships Asia and Oceania

Mission

The purpose of the programme is to further the library profession, library institutions and library and information services in developing countries.

In many developing countries the status of the library and information profession needs to be strengthened. This can be done among other things by continuing education programme, especially in areas striving to keep up with the rapid pace of development in library and information services. Consequently, this is a priority area to which ALP addresses itself.

Scholarships

Middle level professionals and technical specialists (computing staff) working in libraries in libraries/information centres in Asia and Oceania may apply. The candidates must be less than 46 years old. They must have an undergraduate degree and basic IT Skills. The scholarship will enable the recipient to gain experience and hands-on exposure in a professionally advanced environment at a recognized institution in Asia and Oceania. The scholarship period will not exceed six weeks.

Financial Assistance

In addition to Economy Class return airfare, the recipient will be given a moderate per diem allowance to cover meals and accommodation.

Report

The recipient must submit a detailed report of approximately 2000 words to IFLA ALP and the host institution.

Administrative Formalities

Administrative formalities such as arranging leave, visa etc, will be the responsibility of the recipient.

Closing date

The applications should be received at the latest, by 31 December each year. Selected candidates will be informed within three months of the closing date.

Address

Please send you application to the IFLA Regional Office: Ms. Tan Keat Fong
Regional Manager IFLA Regional Office for Asia and Oceania
c/o National Library Board
Singapore
Postal & Visiting Address:
100 Victoria Street
Singapore 188064
Singapore
Tel: +(65) 6332 3347
Fax: +(65) 6332 3616
E-mail: keatfong@nlb.gov.sg

Condition of Grants

Applicants can apply for one grant only from ALP per year.

Your checklist

To make sure that your application meets the necessary requirements, please follow the checklist below:
  • Letter of endorsement from your employer allowing you to go on study leave is enclosed
  • Office and postal addresses are written clearly with necessary details
  • Age is below 46

It is important to send the file electronically, if at all possible. If it is necessary to send a fax version, please make sure that the original copies of you application documents are sharp and clear enough to produce legible fax copies.

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