IASL INTERNATIONAL AWARDS PROGRAMME

The International Awards Program of the International Association of School Librarianship recognises excellence in school librarianship; encourages research and development activities; and supports and assists participation in IASL conferences and other association activities

pdf IASL Awards brochure letter size
pdf IASL Awards brochure A4

Jean Lowrie Leadership Development Grant -- Ken Haycock Leadership Development Grant

Takeshi Murofushi Research Award

IASL/Softlink Excellence Award

LinksPlus -- Library Commendation Award

IASL School Library Technology Innovation Award

IASL Books for Children

IASL School Librarianship Award -- linked to International School Library Month

International Book Exhibit -- linked to the IASL Annual Conference

Support-A-Member and IASL Partner Associations / Schools

Guidelines for Application

Past Awards

IASL International Awards information in Chinese [Word document]

Guidelines for Application

Details of the purposes of each award are provided on these Web pages. Applicants should follow the instructions given on the page for each award. Applications should take the form of a letter of application. Applicants are asked to read the criteria carefully and to address the criteria by stating clearly how their application meets them. They should also indicate what the potential benefit would be of their being successful in their application. Two letters of reference or support from relevant individuals or associations should be provided with the application.

Applicants should address their letter and supporting documentation to the Chairperson of the Awards Committee of the International Association of School Librarianship. Applications may be in print or electronic form. Applications that meet the stated criteria will be forwarded to the appropriate Awards Selection Panel.

Applicants should be sure to include name of the contact person, mailing address, telephone number(s), fax number, and electronic mail address as available, with the application.

The deadline for receipt of applications each year is April 1.

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Past Awards

Last updated February 2013  (ER)