Join a Transformative Mentorship Program Led by the LIASA/UKS Librarian of the Year

Are you a recent Library and Information Science (LIS) graduate looking to grow your skills, connect with experts, and stand out in your career?

📚 Here’s your opportunity!
Join an exclusive 6-part mentorship program hosted by Ms Sibongiseni Mrwashu, the 2024–2025 LIASA & UKS Librarian of the Year – and be mentored by one of South Africa’s most dynamic LIS leaders!

Dates: 8^th August till the 12^th of September 2025

🔍 What You’ll Gain:

• Career-building mentorship from a nationally recognized librarian
• Insights into cutting-edge LIS trends and research priorities
• Hands-on exposure to professional tools and scholarly networks
• A certificate of participation for your CV and professional portfolio

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🗓️ Program Highlights:

Each session will be 60 minutes long (virtual) between 10-11 am, combining expert input, group discussion, and guided activities.

Session 1: Introduction & Goal Setting | 8^th August
🌱 Define your career vision, personal development plan, and professional identity

Session 2: Research Trends in LIS & Academia | 15^th August
📊 Understand key shifts in information services, scholarly communication, and digital scholarship

Session 3: Open Science & Research Visibility | 22^nd August
🔍 Explore ORCID, Open Access, Figshare, and other tools to boost your professional impact

Session 4: Building Your Professional Brand | 29^th August
🧭 Learn about publishing, networking, conference presentation, and visibility strategies

Session 5: Leadership & Lifelong Learning | 5^th September
🗣️ Gain tools for ethical leadership, mentoring others, and growing within the LIS field

Session 6: Leadership & Lifelong Learning | 12^th September 
🧑‍🎓➡️👩‍🎓 Learn from the greats, stories and Q&A session from experienced librarians

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📝 Who Should Apply:

• All LIS graduates
• Passionate about innovation, open knowledge, and making an impact
• Eager to learn, share, and grow within a supportive network