The LIANZA 2023 Conference is this year’s offering to the library and information sector in Aotearoa New Zealand.
With a line-up of eight keynotes, more than 65 presentations, immersive workshops, thought-provoking panels, kōrero and an engaging exhibition the conference is designed to inspire and inform professionals working in the library, information, culture, and heritage sectors.
“As we count down the days to the LIANZA 2023 conference there’s lots to be excited about,” says LIANZA 2023 conference committee chair Alice Cruickshank.
“Looking at the keynotes it would be hard to pick a favourite – Leslie Weir from Canada will deliver the final keynote address focusing on making collections more accessible and discoverable whilst engaging and partnering with new and underserved communities.”
More than 500 people will attend the event being held at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre from October 31 to November 2.
“There will be lots to pique the interest of any library and information professional with talks on topics such as literacy, AI, storytelling, collections, diverse communities, knowledge curation, challenges to library collections and access to information.
“For instance, Maja Krtalic of Te Herenga Waka Victoria University will talk on the unique topic of the information needs and behaviours of people acquiring tattoos and tattoo artists, providing a background on the preservation of tattoo images as part of cultural heritage.
“And Nelson Public Libraries will present on their innovative partnership with a community wellbeing centre, providing a shared reading group for people with ongoing mental health issues.”
