22-23 OCTOBER, ASTANA, KAZAKHSTAN
14th Eurasian Academic Libraries Conference
The Nazarbayev University Library, with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Association of University Libraries in the Republic of Kazakhstan, cordially invites library and information professionals, researchers, practitioners, and students currently pursuing or recently graduated from a Library and Information Science (LIS) program to the 14th Eurasian Academic Libraries Conference (EALC 2026). Representatives from medical, special, school, and public libraries are also welcome to attend.
With a focus on fostering strong dialogues and collaborations, this year’s conference encourages participants to celebrate libraries' engagement in meaningful and impactful conversations within and across societies, highlighting their integral role in various contexts. The conference also invites dynamic self-reflection on libraries' evolving roles, expanding reach, and influence on education, research, and society from diverse perspectives.
The working languages of the conference are Kazakh, Russian, and English.
With a focus on fostering strong dialogues and collaborations, this year’s conference encourages participants to celebrate libraries' engagement in meaningful and impactful conversations within and across societies, highlighting their integral role in various contexts. The conference also invites dynamic self-reflection on libraries' evolving roles, expanding reach, and influence on education, research, and society from diverse perspectives.
The working languages of the conference are Kazakh, Russian, and English.
Address
Nazarbayev University
53 Kabanbay Batyr,
Astana, Kazakhstan
Call for Submissions
With the theme "Library as a Dialogue Hub: Bridging Communities Through Conversations," the Program Committee seeks paper and poster submissions on the following topics.
- How librarians shape responsible AI use, support research integrity, and contribute to knowledge creation in an AI-driven academic landscape
- Collaborative Library Programs Targeting Diverse Sectors
- Community-Based Library Partnerships
- Cross-Sector Collaborations for Knowledge Sharing
- Maximizing Local and Global Initiatives
- User-Centered Design for Services and Spaces
- Workflows for Stronger Academic Dialogues
- Effective Communication Strategies for Library Advocacy: Supporting Policies that Benefit Education, Research, and Community Development
- Streamlining Library Operations through Automation
- Data-Driven Workflows to Enhance Library Services and Research Impact
- Implementing Agile Methodologies in Library Projects
- Sustainable Practices
- Progression of Communication in LIS: Traditional Platforms and Digital Impact
- LIS Outreach Strategies
- The Rise of Library Management Systems, Digital Repositories, and Collaborative Platforms in LIS Communication
- The Role of Professional Networks, Conferences, and Academic Journals in Knowledge Dissemination within LIS
- Crisis Communication in Libraries
- Innovative Strategies for Engaging Students in Academic Libraries
- Outreach and Activities for Library Users
- Innovative Approaches to Teaching, Learning, Engagement, and Marketing
- Instructional Design for Information Literacy: Teaching Practice, Session Design, Lesson Plans, and Self-Paced Modules to Enhance Performance
- Information Literacy and Virtual Learning Environments / Online Learning
- AI in Libraries: Opportunities and Challenges in Teaching Information Skills
- Implementing Information Literacy Theory into Practice
- Teaching Information Discovery and Search Strategies
- Library Systems and Technology
- Library Projects and Collaboration
- Application of Relevant SDGs in Academic Libraries
- Information Skills and Lifelong Learning in a Changing Educational Landscape
- Information Skills and Technological Developments: AI, Emerging Technologies, and Innovation
- Developing Information Skills for the Next Generation
- Ethical Challenges of AI in Libraries and Teaching Information Skills
- Information Skills and the Knowledge Economy
- Information Skills Education and Training
- Information Skills and Academic Libraries
- Information Skills in Blended and Distance Learning
- The Future of Information Literacy
- Plagiarism: Teaching, Tools, Policies, and Challenges
- The Role of Libraries in Supporting Institutional Goals and Strategies
- Local and Global Collaborations and Partnerships as Catalysts for Change
- Library Restructuring
- Professional Communication
- Future-Oriented Management and Leadership
- Change Management in Libraries
- Staff Development Planning
- Strategic Planning for Student and Academic Engagement
- Library Policies and Strategic Development
- Branding, Promotion, and Marketing of Libraries
- Bibliometric & Citation analysis
- Trends in Scholarly Communication
- Literature Reviews & Evidence Synthesis
- Establishing Academic Identity and Maximizing Visibility through Authors Profiles
- Supporting Research and Open Access
- Digital Repositories
- Supporting the Research Data Lifecycle in Libraries
- Open Access Publishing
- Read and Publish Agreements
- Open Educational Resources
- The Role and Contribution of Libraries to the Open Science Movement
- Research Data Management
- Open Access Management
- The Role of Academic Libraries in Open Research
- Modernizing Repositories for the Era of Open Science
Submission Guidelines
Participants are invited to contribute research and case studies related to the theme and other relevant aspects. Please submit your work to ealc@nu.edu.kz.
- Plenary PresentationPlenary presentation is the essential format for the conference. The length should be exceed 15 min. Speakers will be provided with additional few minutes for Q&A.
Speakers interested in presenting must express their interest by 31 May 2026. They should submit the following:- The title of their presentation
- A brief overview or abstract of their presentation (500 words)
Presentation and full text materials are due September 31, 2026.
Additional Requirements:- A photo
- A biographical note
- The committee prefers presentations in MS PowerPoint. If you plan to use a different format, please inform us by 1 October 2026.
- PosterPoster Presentation Guidelines
The poster presentation includes work-in-progress reports, new developments, and innovations. Your display should summarize your research results using visuals such as tables, graphs, and pictures. During the conference, presenters will showcase their posters and be available to discuss their work at designated times.
Speakers interested in presenting must express their interest by 31 May 2026. Submitted posters should be original and written in English, Russian, or Kazakh. Notification of accepted posters will be provided by 20 June 2026.
Poster Format:- Size: A1 Portrait (85 cm x 120 cm)
- Printed on paper for display on poster boards
- Presenter’s photo
- Biographical note (bionote)
- WorkshopsWorkshops are interactive sessions where participants actively engage in discussions and activities to enhance their skills or generate practical ideas for future use.
Abstract length: A 500-word proposal that includes details on the topics to be covered, objectives, expected outcomes, target audience, and required equipment.
Proposal submission: The proposal must be original and written in English, Russian, and Kazakh.
Presentation format (if applicable): The committee prefers presentations in MS PowerPoint. If you plan to use a different format, please inform us by October 1, 2026. - PechaKuchaPechaKucha is a concise, engaging, and inspiring narrated slideshow consisting of 20 slides, with each slide displayed for 20 seconds, created using MS PowerPoint. It typically features progress updates, new developments, innovations, and best practices.
For more information about PechaKucha, visit: https://www.pechakucha.com/
Abstract length: 500 words
Presentation format (if applicable):
The committee prefers presentations in MS PowerPoint. If you plan to use a different format, please notify us by 1 October 2026.
Important Dates
- May 31, 2026Confirmation of Presentation
- September 30, 2026Submission of Presentation Materials
- July 31, 2026Early-Bird Registration Deadline
- October 1Registration Deadline
Registration
Early-bird registration is open until July 31, 2026. The registration fee is 20,000 KZT for participants from Kazakhstan. The registration fee is 150 USD for international participants.
Regular registration is open until October 1, 2026. The registration fee is 30,000 KZT for participants from Kazakhstan. The registration fee is 200 USD for international participants.
Regular registration is open until October 1, 2026. The registration fee is 30,000 KZT for participants from Kazakhstan. The registration fee is 200 USD for international participants.
Общественное объединение "Ассоциация библиотек высших учебных заведений" Жамбылская область, 080000, г.Тараз, ул. Айтеке би, 66.
Тел.: 8(7262)45-74-33
БИН 121040015738
БИК HSBKKZKX
Кбе/Kbe 18
ИИК
KZ086010161000090641– Тг
АО «Народный банк Казахстана»
Президент Ассоциации библиотек высших учебных заведений
Иржанова Гульжан Дженисбеккызы
Тел.: 8(7262)45-74-33
БИН 121040015738
БИК HSBKKZKX
Кбе/Kbe 18
ИИК
KZ086010161000090641– Тг
АО «Народный банк Казахстана»
Президент Ассоциации библиотек высших учебных заведений
Иржанова Гульжан Дженисбеккызы
Name of Bank: JSC Halyk Bank
Location: Taraz city, Zhambyl region, 080000 Kazakhstan
Account owner: Association of Higher Educational Libraries of the Republic of Kazakhstan
BIC/Swift code: HSBKKZKX
USD Correspondent Account:
USD: / Beneficiary Bank: JSC Halyk Bank, 40 Al-Farabi ave., А26M3K5, Almaty, Kazakhstan,
SWIFT/BIC: HSBKKZKX
Correspondent Bank in USD: Correspondent account № 8900372605 held with The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, USA, SWIFT/BIC: IRVTUS3N
Beneficiary: Association of Higher Educational Libraries of the Republic of Kazakhstan
IBAN: KZ396017161000002627
Location: Taraz city, Zhambyl region, 080000 Kazakhstan
Account owner: Association of Higher Educational Libraries of the Republic of Kazakhstan
BIC/Swift code: HSBKKZKX
USD Correspondent Account:
USD: / Beneficiary Bank: JSC Halyk Bank, 40 Al-Farabi ave., А26M3K5, Almaty, Kazakhstan,
SWIFT/BIC: HSBKKZKX
Correspondent Bank in USD: Correspondent account № 8900372605 held with The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, USA, SWIFT/BIC: IRVTUS3N
Beneficiary: Association of Higher Educational Libraries of the Republic of Kazakhstan
IBAN: KZ396017161000002627
Общественное объединение "Ассоциация библиотек высших учебных заведений" Жамбылская область, 080000, г.Тараз, ул. Айтеке би, 66.
Тел.: 8(7262)45-74-33
Банк Получателя: КБ «Москоммерцбанк» (АО), г. Москва, РФ
БИК: 044525951 К/С: 30101810045250000951
Счет получателя: № 30111810100001046516
Получатель: АО «Народный Банк Казахстана», Алматы, Казахстан
ИНН 9909108921
Наименование Получателя средств - Общественное объединение "Ассоциация библиотек высших учебных заведений в АО «Народный Банк Казахстана» и
Счет KZ526017161000002684 (RUB) указываются в поле «Назначение платежа»
Тел.: 8(7262)45-74-33
Банк Получателя: КБ «Москоммерцбанк» (АО), г. Москва, РФ
БИК: 044525951 К/С: 30101810045250000951
Счет получателя: № 30111810100001046516
Получатель: АО «Народный Банк Казахстана», Алматы, Казахстан
ИНН 9909108921
Наименование Получателя средств - Общественное объединение "Ассоциация библиотек высших учебных заведений в АО «Народный Банк Казахстана» и
Счет KZ526017161000002684 (RUB) указываются в поле «Назначение платежа»
SPONSORS
If you are interested in becoming a partner or sponsor, please feel free to reach out to us.
- Platinum: $6000
- One academic-hour workshop (allocated on a first-come, first-served basis)
- 15-minute live product presentation in the conference program (allocated on a first-come, first-served basis)
- Sponsorship of gifts for speakers
- Access to the participant directory
- Exhibition space
- Acknowledgment in all social events and publications
- Complimentary 1/2 page black & white ad in conference proceedings
- Gold: $4000
- A 15-minute live product presentation during the conference program on a first-come, first-served basis
- Sponsorship of gifts for speakers
- Access to the participant directory
- Exhibition space
- Acknowledgment in all social events and publications
- Complimentary 1/3 page black & white ad in conference proceedings
- Silver: $3000
- 5-minute promotional video
- Sponsorship of gifts for speakers
- Exhibition space
- Acknowledgment in all social events and publications
- Complimentary 1/4 page black & white ad in conference proceedings
- Bronze: $1000Acknowledgement in all social events and publications
- Supporter: $500Sponsor of Coffee Break
Best Paper Award
Commercial Delegates ($100)
Library vendors, such as book distributors, subscription agents, and other commercial dealers, including suppliers and publishers, will be charged 100 US dollars for registration to cover conference costs. Likewise, the third and subsequent representatives from bronze, silver, and gold sponsorships will be charged the same amount.
Interested sponsors or vendors must register online according to their sponsorship level.
Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information on sponsorship plans. We look forward to your generous support in making this event a success!
Contact:
Dilyara Galiyeva, Senior Manager, E-Resources Management Office, Library, NU
Email: dilyara.galiyeva@nu.edu.kz
Library vendors, such as book distributors, subscription agents, and other commercial dealers, including suppliers and publishers, will be charged 100 US dollars for registration to cover conference costs. Likewise, the third and subsequent representatives from bronze, silver, and gold sponsorships will be charged the same amount.
Interested sponsors or vendors must register online according to their sponsorship level.
- Acceptance of the sponsorship invitation must be made on or before 1 August 2026.
- The deadline for submitting all vendor information (high-resolution logo, video, etc.) is 12 September 2026.
- Full payment of the sponsorship fee must be made on or before 1 September 2026.
Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information on sponsorship plans. We look forward to your generous support in making this event a success!
Contact:
Dilyara Galiyeva, Senior Manager, E-Resources Management Office, Library, NU
Email: dilyara.galiyeva@nu.edu.kz
Our Partners
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Association of University Libraries in the Republic of KazakhstanThe Association was established in October 2012. It is a young and promising library association with the goal of uniting university libraries as part of the professional community. Its objective is to foster effective cooperation, exchange ideas, and develop a unified approach to addressing the challenges faced by educational institutions through libraries. Today, the Association boasts more than 30 member libraries. -
The Ministry of Science and Higher Education the Republic of KazakhstanThe Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan is responsible for language policy, science, the quality of higher and postgraduate education, and the digitization of higher and postgraduate education.
Contact us:
+7 (7172) 70 92 43
ealc@nu.edu.kz
ealc@nu.edu.kz
Block 5, 53 Kabanbay Batyr Ave., Astana, Republic of Kazakhstan, 010000
