LIBER Europe

LIBER Winter Event 2026: Registration deadline approaching #WELIBER26 📅 26-27 November 2026 📍National and University Library in Zagreb, Croatia ⏰If you’re planning to attend, be sure to secure your spot soon - registration closes on Sunday, 1 November (midnight). 👉 https://ow.ly/rHYV51012h8

💎What role should libraries play in shaping the future of European #DiamondOA infrastructure? In early 2027, the EDCH Libraries Pilot Programme will bring together a select group of libraries to help co-design EDCH’s next phase! Learn more and apply to join: tinyurl.com/5634ymd4

Introducing our newest members! The following libraries have recently joined the #LIBER community: 🔹Anáhuac University Library Mexico 🔹Aston University Library 🔹SLSP Swiss Library Service Platform AG 🔹Working Group on Special Research Libraries 🔹Durham University Library 🔹Universitat de Girona

Thank you to all those who applied for the LIBER Middle Management Cohort 2! The applications closed last week and the selection committee has begun the review process. Applicants will be contacted with more information in the next weeks.

📣 Next week, LIBER will be at the Trinity College Dublin Panel “Libraries for Democracy”. The event will explore the role of #libraries, knowledge and open dialogue in supporting democratic societies. Read more & register for in-person attendance: https://ow.ly/LWeL50ZO9rw

Middle Managers in Libraries: This one's for you🌟 Research libraries are subject to constant change & transformation, and this programme helps library staff to be well-equipped to deal with whatever new challenges are on their way. The next Cohort starts in January 2027: https://ow.ly/cbUR50ZJfq1

Ready for September? 🍂 This month's Insider newsletter compiles all our current updates in one place. Have a read and get caught up on all the latest LIBER news: https://ow.ly/M5aG50ZJf1K 📬 Not subscribed yet? Sign up & receive our news every month straight to your inbox: https://ow.ly/EIF050ZJf1I

Registrations are now open for the LIBER Winter Event 2026 #WELIBER26 in Zagreb, Croatia! The 2026 edition centres on the theme: LIBER in Action: Connecting and Advocating for Research Libraries. See you in Zagreb between 26-27 November 2026! https://ow.ly/eVkX50ZIaJB

🌟 Reflections from LIBER Journées 2026 In May, 22 library directors from across Europe gathered at the Royal Danish Library in Copenhagen for the fifth edition of LIBER Journées, a leadership seminar connecting the leaders of Europe’s research libraries: https://ow.ly/S3JB50ZHE9z

📣 LIBER AI Pulse Webinar Series Continues 📅 Copyright and AI: 25 September (12:30-13:00 CEST) 📅 A Critical Perspective on AI Literacy: 23 October (12:30-13:00 CEST) Read more & sign-up: https://ow.ly/zPTB50ZHeNk

"Libraries and librarians have, throughout history, played an important role not only in the preservation and dissemination of knowledge, but also in its creation." The speech by LIBER President 2022-2026 Julien Roche at the Meeting of Participants 2026 is now available: https://ow.ly/a8Rt50ZF2mm

We invite the library community to participate in the #EOSCSymposium and to present your work at the Lightning Talks. Submissions are open for one more week! LIBER will be there, we hope to see you and exchange ideas. Lightning Talk Submissions: https://ow.ly/4Pc150ZEpy6

🌟 New on the #LIBERQuarterly: https://ow.ly/NanO50ZuiEE 💡Relevance and Diversity – Towards Selection Criteria for Archiving the German Web 💡Fostering collaboration for open access publishing models: a study of the Polish ecosystem in the area of open access monographs in the humanities

Our August Insider is here! ☀️📰 Catch up on everything in this month's edition, covering latest news for our events and trainings, Working Group updates, calls across research library network, & much more. Take a look here: https://ow.ly/HNUh50ZuySs

Call for Applications: #LIBER Middle Management Training 2027 Strengthen your skills for what's sometimes described as the "toughest job in the library”. Explore the basics of middle management in libraries, conflict & change management, strategic planning, & more. 👉 https://ow.ly/fWR150Zu5Zf

📜Reflecting on #LIBER2026! We're still inspired from when the research library community came together in Trondheim & explored the theme of “The Power of Libraries in an Uncertain World”. To revisit the event, we’ve brought together all the key materials in one place: ow.ly/aU0y50ZoSpW

Have you read the latest LIBER Insider? 📰 Find it here: ow.ly/9cNl50ZnaIL Information such as our newest president, Annual Report, Innovation Award winners, and a special interview conducted are all featured. Don't miss the organisational changes & interesting updates that are happening!

#LIBER2027 is coming to Colchester! Save the Date for the 56th LIBER Annual Conference, themed 'Research Libraries as a Force for Knowledge Autonomy‘. The conference will be hosted by University of Essex Library. 📍 30 June -2 July 2027 | Colchester, England, UK 🔗 Learn more: ow.ly/r7GM50ZnFQN

💡✍️ From Access to AI-Readiness: The Evolving Role of Research Libraries in Open Science Sponsored content: The latest blog post from LIBER Gold Sponsor Frontiers explores how the growing use of AI is increasing the importance of research libraries. Continue reading: https://ow.ly/2liL50Zm3is

Meet LIBER's New President: Giannis Tsakonas Read Giannis' message to the #LIBER community, and learn about the other changes to the Board following the recent elections. ➡️ https://ow.ly/Q4LT50ZkZ2s

LIBER's 2025-2026 Annual Report is published! 🌟 The report includes updates from our Executive Board and Steering Committees, our impact and achievements, events and project updates, financial reporting, & much more. Find it here: https://ow.ly/6X0C50ZkxUe

Closing Ceremony 💛We would like to give thanks to all individuals and organisations involved in the LIBER Annual Conference in Trondheim Norway. We couldn’t have done it without you. Until we meet again! #LIBER2026

Reaching the end of the #LIBER2026, we thank all our commercial partners for their generous support. Their contributions have helped strengthen the conference, and it’s been a pleasure having them with us in Trondheim and learning about their services: https://ow.ly/cLx150ZjVuz

Keynote Speech - Jemimah Steinfeld 📚 Currently happening: a deep and vital discussion on day 3 of the #LIBER2026 Annual Conference concerning the topic of Missing Pages: The Global Assault on Research Libraries, presented by Jemimah Steinfeld, related to modern societal issues on censorship.

National Insights from Norway! 🇳🇴 Joining us today: Anna Løken, Randi Halveg Iversby, Johanne Raade and Jannicke Røgler will be informing us about National Insights from Norway. #LIBER2026

🔑 Second Keynote at #LIBER2026 As we begin the third morning of the conference, we're still reflecting on the inspiring keynote delivered on Day 2 by Patrick Weil, "The Power of Libraries in an Uncertain World." 📽️Follow the final conference day via livestream from 12:00 CEST: ow.ly/Qf5O50ZjVl6

Day 2 - Conference Dinner 🌅 Finishing the second day of the LIBER Annual Conference with a tasty Norwegian dinner, drinks and live music. All while the sun sets in the background, is a great way to connect with our members. #LIBER2026

Keynote Speech - Patrick Weil 📖To begin the second day of the LIBER 2026 Annual Conference there will be a presentation from Patrick Weil, focusing on Open knowledge and creating opportunities. #LIBER2026

Reception Time! To conclude the first conference day, there was live music on the piano and a delicious dinner provided towards the end. We hope everyone had a great start to the LIBER Annual Conference! #LIBER2026

Organ Concert at Nidaros Cathedral! 🎶 Beginning right now is the next big event, the Organ Concert at the sacred Cathedral of Trondheim. Their motto is “To Nidaros the journey and the destination”. #LIBER2026

⭐Day 1 of #LIBER2026 is officially underway! Take a look at our illustrations from the Opening Ceremony & Keynote, capturing the key moments that kicked off the conference. Setting the stage for the days ahead, the sessions explored this year's theme: "The Power of Libraries in an Uncertain World."

LIBER 2026 Strategy Development Session Right now we’re discussing crucial plans and engaging with our members regarding LIBER’s strategy development for 2028-2032. Ensure that you’re able to join us & to stay informed about future arrangements.💡 #LIBER2026

Day 1 -LIBER Annual Conference Time for a Group Photo! #LIBER2026

Keynote Speech - Dr. Kenneth Ruud Next up is Dr. Kenneth’s presentation, “The Future of Open Science in a World with an Increasing Conflict Level”.

🎉LIBER Opening Ceremony ! Today we’re announcing the start of the LIBER Annual Conference 2026 in Trondheim Norway. We hope all participants and organisations involved are present and pleased with the events! #LIBER2026

Huge congratulations to the Emerging Leaders 2026! Yesterday, Cohort 7 officially graduated from the programme, receiving their certificates and marking an exciting milestone in their leadership journey. 👏

💡 New: When AI Guidance is Hard to Navigate Sponsored content: Read the latest blog contribution, brought by LIBER Gold Sponsor Frontiers, exploring the role of research libraries in providing AI guidance to researchers. Find out more: https://ow.ly/Sxqc50Ziypl

It's Conference Week! ⭐ Follow this week's conversations by using #LIBER2026 & get ready with these resources: 📌 Livestreaming: liberconference.eu/follow-liber2026-online/ 📌 Conference programme: liberconference.eu/programme/ 📌 Discover Norway: liberconference.eu/about-norway/

➡️ LIBER Response to EC Call for Evidence on the expected targeted initiative for a better #copyright environment for European creativity & innovation. The aim of the call is to collect the information for the review of the 2019 Copyright in the DSMD. Read our response: https://ow.ly/zIKb50ZgQFM

🎤 National Insights: Glimpse Into the Norwegian Library Landscape Just over a week to go before we gather at #LIBER2026. In recognition of our host country, we'll spotlight local perspectives, featuring library directors from both the academic & public library sectors. 🔗 https://ow.ly/Gn3G50ZffYW

🌟 #LIBER2026 Live Streaming Available Get access to several key moments, including all keynote speakers, and the opening and closing ceremonies. Tune in and be part of the conference week, wherever you are. 📌🔗 Find the schedule & access the stream: https://ow.ly/rCma50Zeh0B

🎤 Panel Session II: Giving Knowledge and Truth Visibility and a Place in Society: Case Studies in Civic Engagement Leadership Don't miss the second panel discussion of #LIBER2026. More information: https://ow.ly/c8FN50ZcBF5

Meet the candidates running for LIBER Executive Board 🌟 We're pleased to introduce the six candidates who have stepped forward and thank each of them for the dedication to our mission and for submitting their nominations. 📽️🗳️Get to know them here: https://ow.ly/KxTF50ZbIjV

📣 Today, LIBER will be at the Roundtable “Pillars of freedom: Safeguarding knowledge, building institutional resilience” Representing the voices of research libraries, LIBER looks forward to participating in the discussion on access to knowledge, digital tech. & academic freedom: ow.ly/mN0j50Z9TAz

This year's Winter Event theme is - LIBER in Action: Connecting and Advocating for Research Libraries We're delighted to unveil this year's theme, which highlights practical examples and implementations of the LIBER Strategy 2023–2027. Continue reading: https://ow.ly/6PSm50Z9oCB

This year's Winter Event theme is - LIBER in Action: Connecting and Advocating for Research Libraries We're delighted to unveil this year's theme, which highlights practical examples and implementations of the LIBER Strategy 2023–2027. Continue reading: ow.ly/6PSm50Z9oCB

#LIBER2026 Panel I: European Conversation on Succession Planning in Academic Libraries. 🎤 We are pleased to welcome Anja Smit as the moderator, from the Dutch National Centre of Expertise and Repository for Research Data (DANS) along with our valued panelists: https://ow.ly/sKM350Z7su3

We’re excited to introduce our newest #LIBER members! In the last months, the following libraries have joined our strong and dedicated community. We look forward to your participation in upcoming activities and events.

#LIBER2026 Promotional Toolkit Share your upcoming conference attendance with your network & explore materials inspired by the spirit of our host city, Trondheim. We created this with you in mind, enjoy! 🌟 Access the toolkit: https://ow.ly/TGvO50Z2yRP

🖼️ Session Highlight: The Poster Session & Exhibition at #LIBER2026 🎇This is the place where projects and ideas come to life - and you can already find this year's poster topics on the conference website. The titles of all 24 featured posters are available here: https://ow.ly/VgoB50Z2c3P