Our programs
Programs for schools, communities and the future of libraries
We work with libraries, library professionals, governments, institutions, development partners, and communities to strengthen libraries as spaces for learning, digital inclusion, literacy, skills development, research, innovation, and opportunity.
Overview
Seven programs, one mission
Our mission
To transform libraries across Africa into vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable community spaces that expand access to knowledge, technology, learning, skills, and opportunity.
- 01 School libraries School Library Intervention Program
- 02 Community hubs Community Library Center Project
- 03 Library policy The Library Policy Fellowship
- 04 Reading & literacy LibrarySelfie
- 05 Library capacity building Library Digital Inclusion Project (LDIP)
- 06 LibraryTech conversations Librarians-in-Tech
- 07 Digital inclusion Library Internet Governance Ambassadors Program
School libraries
School Library Intervention Program
Providing school pupils in African communities access to conducive spaces and learning materials.
We leverage digital technology and community engagement approaches to set up and manage vibrant school libraries by providing learning materials, community volunteers, and stakeholder partnerships to support school library infrastructure development.
Community hubs
Community Library Center Project
Library set up in communities serving as community hub to access learning resources.
Library policy
The Library Policy Fellowship
Empowering librarians with the practical skills to influence and change library policy and legislation ecosystems.
Reading & literacy
LibrarySelfie
Promoting reading and literacy through captured library memories.
Share a reading moment, celebrate literacy.
Library capacity building
Library Digital Inclusion Project (LDIP)
Empowering African Libraries to Lead Digital Inclusion Within Their Communities
A capacity-building initiative designed to equip libraries across Africa with the skills, resources, and support needed to create and implement digital inclusion programs tailored to the realities of their communities.
Project tracks
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Digital Literacy
Supporting communities with practical digital skills required for education, work, and everyday life.
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STEAM
Encouraging innovation and hands-on learning through science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
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Information Integrity
Empower communities to identify trustworthy information and confidently navigate today's information environment.
LibraryTech conversations
Librarians-in-Tech
A librarian-led initiative creating spaces to explore emerging technologies, build digital skills, and reimagine library services for the digital age.
LibrariansInTech creates opportunities for library students and professionals to learn about emerging technologies, exchange ideas, and develop relevant technology skills.
- Malawi 2025
- Nigeria 2025
- Sierra Leone 2025
Library professionals across Africa can apply to host a LibrariansInTech event, either in person or virtually.
Digital inclusion
Library Internet Governance Ambassadors Program
Promoting digital inclusion, digital literacy and online safety.
Recent activity
- Dr. Benedicta Uchendu gives 30 young librarians at Ignatius Ajuru University Library a firsthand experience of digital librarianship.
- “Think Before You Click” workshop at Federal Government Girls College, Ibusa, Nigeria.
- Closing the digital gap for pensioners: the Cyber Zone Project at La Lucia Library, South Africa.
