Award Name
Lifetime Achievement Award- Academics / Administration
Purpose
Honour exceptional career contributions to library science, education, research, and knowledge management.
Eligibility
Academicians, researchers, or librarians with at least 20 years of professional contribution.
Guidelines
Significant publications, leadership roles, innovations; evidence of impact on literacy and lifelong learning; nomination by peers with supporting documents.
Award Name
Excellence in Research Award - Teachers / Scholars
Purpose
Recognise ground-breaking research in library science or related fields.
Eligibility
Researchers/academicians with peer-reviewed publications in the last 5 years.
Guidelines
Submission of research work; impact on practice or policy; evaluation based on originality, methodology, and relevance.
Award Name
Innovative Librarianship Award
Purpose
Acknowledge librarians introducing innovative practices or technologies.
Eligibility
Librarians with proven innovation in management, digital services, or community engagement.
Guidelines
Detailed project documentation; measurable impact; peer or institutional recommendation.
Award Name
Best Young Researcher Award
Purpose
Recognise emerging talent in library and information science.
Eligibility
Researchers under 35 with high-quality publications/projects.
Guidelines
Submission of research summaries; originality and relevance; mentor endorsement.
Award Name
Outstanding Contribution to Literacy and Lifelong Learning Award
Purpose
Honour contributions promoting literacy and lifelong learning.
Eligibility
Academicians, librarians, or organisations with impactful literacy programmes.
Guidelines
Documentation of programmes/events; measurable literacy outcomes; recommendation letters.
Award Name
Cultural Heritage Preservation Award
Purpose
Honour contributions to cultural heritage preservation via libraries and archives.
Eligibility
Individuals/projects involved in digitisation, conservation, archival research.
Guidelines
Submission of project details, methods, results; evidence of heritage preserved and impact.
Award Name
Best Librarian Award
Purpose
To recognize and honor an individual who has demonstrated excellence in the profession of librarianship through outstanding contributions to library services, management, and user engagement.
Eligibility
Must be an active librarian working in any public, private, academic, or special library.
Must have at least 5 years of experience in the profession.
Nominees should have a proven track record of professional development, community involvement, and innovative library practices.
Guidelines
Nominations should be submitted by library colleagues, supervisors, or peers.
Must demonstrate a significant contribution to library services, including leadership, user engagement, and technology integration.
A portfolio including evidence of achievements such as publications, service projects, or programs can be submitted.
Award Name
Best Public-School Librarian Award
Purpose
To celebrate and acknowledge the role of public-school librarians in fostering a love for reading, promoting literacy, and supporting the educational needs of students.
Eligibility
Open to librarians working in K-12 public schools.
Must have at least 3 years of experience as a school librarian.
Demonstrated ability to innovate library programs that support curriculum and student learning.
Guidelines
Nominations must include a description of specific programs or initiatives implemented to enhance the school library environment.
Must provide examples of how the librarian has contributed to improving student engagement and academic performance through library services.
Award Name
Dynamic Librarian Award
Purpose
To recognize a librarian who demonstrates extraordinary adaptability and creativity in responding to the changing needs of library users, embracing new technologies, and creating innovative library services.
Eligibility
Must be an active librarian working in any type of library (public, academic, or special).
Must show significant adaptability to emerging technologies and trends in the library field.
At least 3 years of experience in a professional library role.
Guidelines
Nominees should demonstrate the successful implementation of new technologies, digital literacy programs, or innovative services.
Evidence of professional development activities, including attending conferences, workshops, or completing certifications in emerging fields of librarianship, is required.
Submit a portfolio that highlights dynamic initiatives or services led by the nominee.
Award Name
Best Library Extension Services Award
Purpose
To recognize libraries that provide exceptional outreach and extension services to communities beyond the library’s walls, enhancing access to information and resources.
Eligibility
Open to all types of libraries (public, academic, or special).
Must have a demonstrated history of successful outreach programs, mobile library services, or community engagement initiatives.
The program must serve a broad segment of the community, especially underserved populations.
Guidelines
Nominees should submit a detailed report of their extension services, including goals, objectives, methods, and measurable outcomes.
Provide evidence of community feedback and participation in the programs.
Award Name
Lifetime Achievement Award for LIS Professionals
Purpose
To honor an individual who has made a significant and lasting impact on the field of Library and Information Science (LIS) throughout their career.
Eligibility
Nominee must have at least 25 years of experience in the LIS field.
Must have made substantial contributions to the field through research, leadership, publications, or service to the LIS community.
Guidelines
Nominations should highlight the nominee’s career achievements and long-term impact on the profession.
Include a comprehensive CV detailing the nominee’s publications, projects, and contributions to the LIS community.
Nominees are typically selected by a committee of peers based on their body of work and professional influence.
Award Name
Library Service Innovation Award
Purpose
To recognize and celebrate libraries that have implemented innovative programs, services, or technologies that have transformed the user experience and expanded the library’s role in the community.
Eligibility
Open to any type of library (public, academic, or special).
Must have implemented an innovative service, program, or technology that has made a tangible impact on library users or the community.
Guidelines
Nominations must include a description of the innovation, including how it was conceptualized, developed, and implemented.
Provide evidence of the innovation’s impact, such as user feedback, usage statistics, or community engagement data.
Supporting materials such as photos, videos, or press coverage of the innovation are encouraged.
Award Name
Best Woman LIS Teacher / Professional Award
Purpose
To honor a female professional in the field of Library and Information Science who has demonstrated exceptional teaching skills, professional expertise, and a commitment to advancing the LIS profession.
Eligibility
Open to women who are actively engaged in teaching, mentoring, or leading in the LIS field.
Must have at least 5 years of experience in teaching, research, or professional practice in LIS.
Guidelines
Nominations must include a statement detailing the nominee’s contributions to LIS education, research, or professional development.
Include examples of innovative teaching methods, mentorship programs, or research projects led by the nominee.
Award Name
Best LIS Teacher Award
Purpose
To recognize a Library and Information Science educator who demonstrates excellence in teaching, research, and leadership, and has made significant contributions to advancing LIS education.
Eligibility
Open to educators in LIS programs at universities, colleges, or institutions of higher learning.
Must have at least 5 years of teaching experience in LIS.
Guidelines
Nominations must detail the nominee’s approach to teaching, curriculum development, and student engagement.
Provide evidence of the nominee’s contributions to LIS research or professional development.