The Bulgarian Library and Information Association is a voluntary, independent professional organization that brings together professionals, united for improving library and information service and raising the prestige of librarianship.
Priorities
- Develop and promote ideas and concepts for the implementation of national library, information and cultural policies.
- Continue working on the development of updated library regulations, relevant to the needs of different types of libraries.
- Assist and encourage the development of library and information sector in Bulgaria in line with the European and international standards and tendencies.
- Stimulate cooperation between libraries
- Participate in current national programs and initiate new programs and projects at local, national and international level.
- Provide systematic support for enhancing professional qualification and the continuing education of library and information specialists.
- Expand and consolidate the Association’s structure; further develop BLIA’s cooperation with the international library community.
- Develop publishing program and stimulate research and sociological surveys on current issues in the field.
- Implement proactive advocacy and public communication for:
- transforming the profile and standing of the profession;
- increasing visibility of BLIA in the Bulgarian public sphere;
- attracting new partners in the country and abroad.
