Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians

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Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians
AbbreviationCONSAL
Formation1970 (1970)
Founded atSingapore
PurposeConnect and grow librarians and libraries in Southeast Asia
Region
Southeast Asia
Award(s)
  • Outstanding Librarian Award
  • Young Librarian Award
Website https://www.consal.org/

The Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians (CONSAL) is an international library organization that connects libraries throughout the Southeastern Asia region. It was founded in 1970 in Singapore with the goal of supporting and growing information and library science throughout the region. [1] [2]

Contents

History

The formation of CONSAL was inspired by the creation of the ASEAN organizations in 1970. [3] It has long connections to the national libraries of all its member countries, including the National Library of Malaysia, National Library in Singapore, National Library of the Philippines, National Library of Vietnam, National Library of Thailand, National Library of Myanmar, National Library of Cambodia, National Library of Laos, National Library of Indonesia, and many other public and private library institutions.

Members and affiliates

CONSAL includes libraries, schools, associations, and organizations across Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. [4] [5] Timor-Leste began joining CONSAL meetings as an observer and participant, but not an official member, in 2011 at the CONSAL XV. [6]

Notable members

Leadership

Main Committee Chair

Ghazali Mohamed Fadzil (2025)

Secretary General

Chin Loy Jyoon (2022-2025)

Dr. Nor Edzan Che Nasir (2022-2025)

Ramachandran Rasu Naidu (2000-2003)

Conferences, awards, and programs

CONSAL typically holds a General Conference & Meeting for its members every three years, with each member country alternating the role as host. The 20th CONSAL Meeting will be held in Singapore in 2028. [7]

CONSA L General Conferences & Meetings
ConferenceYearLocationTheme(s)EventsRef.
CONSAL XIX2025 World Trade Center Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaInclusive Knowledge: Bridging Divides, Empowering All: Leveraging Inclusivity, Empowering Humanity [8] [9] [10] [11] [12]
CONSAL XVIII2022Virtual, Cambodia
CONSAL XVII2018Naypyidaw, MyanmarNext Generation Libraries: Collaborate and Connect [13]
CONSAL XVI2015Bangkok, ThailandASEAN Aspirations: Libraries for Sustainable Advancement
CONSAL XV2012Bali, IndonesiaNational Heritage: Preservation and Dissemination [14]
CONSAL XIV2009Melia Hotel, Hanoi, VietnamTowards Dynamic Libraries and Information Services in Southeast Asian Countries [5]
CONSAL XIII2006 De La Salle University, Manila, PhilippinesCONSAL at the Crossroads: Challenges for Greater Regional Cooperation [15] [16]
CONSAL XII2003 Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei DarussalamInformation Empowerment: Enhancing Knowledge HeritageMyanmar joined. [15]
CONSAL XI2001 Suntec City, SingaporeStepping into the New Millennium: Challenges for Library and Information ProfessionalsCambodia, Laos, and Vietnam joined the organization. Held at the same time as the Asian International Book Fair and the International Library Expo. The CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award was first announced. [15] [17] [18]
CONSAL X1996Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaLibraries in National Development [19]
CONSAL IX1993Bangkok, ThailandFuture Dimensions and Library Development [19]
CONSAL VIII1990Jakarta, IndonesiaNew Challenges in Library Services in the Developing World [19]
CONSAL VII1987Manila, PhilippinesLibraries for Countryside Development in Southeast Asia [19]
CONSAL VI1983SingaporeThe Library in the Information RevolutionThis coincided with the National Library of Singapore's 25th anniversary. [19]
CONSAL V1981Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaAccess to Information [20]
CONSAL IV1978Bangkok, ThailandRegional Cooperation for the Development of National Information ServicesThe organization was renamed the Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians. [20]
CONSAL III1975Jakarta, IndonesiaIntegrated Library and Documentation Services Within the Framework of NATIS [20]
CONSAL II1973Manila, PhilippinesEducation and Training for Librarianship in Southeast Asia [20]
CONSAL I1970SingaporeNew Prospects for Southeast Asian Cooperation [20]

Since 2002, CONSAL has hosted the annual CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award and the CONSAL Young Librarian Award. [21]

CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award Recipients
ConferenceAwardReceipientCountry of originRef.
CONSAL XIX 2025GoldChin Loy JyoonMalaysia [22] [23]
SilverWoro Titi HaryantiIndonesia
Bronze Elvira Lapuz Philippines
Dr. Tassana HanpolThailand
CONSAL XVIII 2022GoldDr. Nor Edzan Che NasirMalaysia
SilverMyat Sann NyeinMyanmar
Suchit SuvaphabThailand
CONSAL XVII 2018GoldMila Medina RamosPhilippines [13] [24] [25]
SilverPham The KhangVietnam
Dr. Chutima SacchanandThailand
Dr. Hlaing Glaing GyiMyanmar
Ahmad SyawqiIndonesia
CONSAL XVI 2015GoldDr. Chutima SacchanandThailand [26]
SilverRashidah Begum Fazal MohamedMalaysia
Nyuyen Huy ChuongVietnam
Tulus JuniIndonesia
Dr. Marilou Palicte Tadlip Philippines
Dr. Mohd Sharif SaadMalaysia - posthumous
CONSAL XV 2012GoldSuherman MliIndonesia [14]
Silver Aaron Tay Chee Hsien  [ Wikidata ]Singapore
Bui Xuan Duc Vietnam
CONSAL XIV 2009Gold Zawiyah Baba Malaysia [5]
SilverSalmudiIndonesia
Salvacion M. ArlantePhilippines
Kiang-Koh Lai LinSingapore
Nguyen Minh HiepVietnam
CONSAL XIII 2006R. RamachandranSingapore
CONSAL XII 2003Dr. Zaiton Osman Malaysia
First Award 2002Antonio M. SantosPhilippines [27]
CONSAL Young Librarian Award Recipients
ConferenceRecipientCountry of originRef.
CONSAL XIX 2025Dr. Mayasari Abdul MajidMalaysia [28] [29] [30]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Md Nasir, Heirwin. "Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians". www.nlb.gov.sg. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  2. ↑ "Singapore to host the Congress of Southeast Asian Libraries Conference in 2028". www.nlb.gov.sg. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  3. ↑ Edzan Che Nasir, Nor (2024-11-17). "CONSAL XIX: CONSAL General Conference and Meeting from 1970 to 2025". PPM NEWS / BERITA PPM : News about Malaysian Librarians and Libraries. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  4. ↑ Le, Thuy Duong (July 7, 2008). "A history of CONSAL". Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians. Archived from the original on October 5, 2013. Retrieved December 2, 2016.
  5. 1 2 3 Patkar, A.; Asrina Tanuri, Sri (2009). "Towards dynamic libraries and information services in Southeast Asia countries: The 14th Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians (CONSAL XIV)" (PDF). Biblioasia. 5 (2): 44–46 – via National Library Singapore.
  6. ↑ "2nd CONSAL XV Executive Board Meeting in Indonesia | Activities News". nlv.gov.vn. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  7. ↑ "Singapore to host the Congress of Southeast Asian Libraries Conference in 2028". www.nlb.gov.sg. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  8. ↑ Edzan Che Nasir, Nor (7 May 2024). "CONSAL XIX COMES TO MALAYSIA". IFLA. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  9. ↑ "CALL FOR PAPERS". CONSAL XIX MALAYSIA 2025. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  10. ↑ BERNAMA (2025-06-16). "Over 100 Librarians Join Fun Run To Kick Off CONSAL 2025 In KL". BERNAMA. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  11. ↑ "19th CONSAL General Conference & Meeting in 2025 (CONSAL XIX)". Access Dunia Sdn Bhd. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  12. ↑ "Making Preparations for CONSAL XIX". IFLA. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  13. 1 2 "The 17th Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians (CONSAL XVII) in Naypyitaw, Myanmar | Activities News". nlv.gov.vn. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  14. 1 2 "Suherman: Pustakawan LIPI Peraih CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award di Bali". Indonesia Proud (in Indonesian). 2012-06-05. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  15. 1 2 3 "CONSAL; Conference; CONSAL XI". www.consal.org. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  16. ↑ "CONSAL : 13th General Conference". researchworks.oclc.org. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  17. ↑ Edzan Che Nasir, Nor (2024-07-22). "CONSAL XIX: CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award". PPM NEWS / BERITA PPM : News about Malaysian Librarians and Libraries. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  18. ↑ "Speech by Minister of State for Defence and Informations and the Arts, Mr david T. E. Lim at the Joint Celebration of Emerging Trends in Library & Archival Service (e-tlas), Asia International Book Fair (AIBF), International Library Expo (ILE), Publishing". www.nas.gov.sg. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  19. 1 2 3 4 5 "CONSAL; Conference; CONSAL VI-X". www.consal.org. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  20. 1 2 3 4 5 "CONSAL; Conference; CONSAL I-V". www.consal.org. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  21. ↑ Malaysia, Persatuan Pustakawan (2024-07-22). "CONSAL XIX: CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award". PPM NEWS / BERITA PPM : News about Malaysian Librarians and Libraries. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  22. ↑ Nasir, Edzan (2025-06-27). "CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award 2025 (Bronze): Ms Elvira B. Lapuz (Philippines)". PPM NEWS / BERITA PPM : News about Malaysian Librarians and Libraries. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  23. ↑ Nasir, Edzan (2025-06-27). "CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award 2025 (Gold): Ms Chin Loy Jyoon (Malaysia)". PPM NEWS / BERITA PPM : News about Malaysian Librarians and Libraries. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  24. ↑ Rañola, Johanna B. "CMDI Librarian feted with international award – CMDI". cmdi.edu.ph. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  25. ↑ "2018 CONSAL Outstanding Librarian (Gold)". Philippine Librarians Association, Inc. 2018-05-02. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  26. ↑ "CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Awardees for 2015". Access. 2015-09-10. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
  27. ↑ Malaysia, Persatuan Pustakawan (2024-07-22). "CONSAL XIX: CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award". PPM NEWS / BERITA PPM : News about Malaysian Librarians and Libraries. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  28. ↑ "2nd CONSAL XIX Executive Board Meeting | Activities News". nlv.gov.vn. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  29. ↑ Nasir, Edzan (2025-06-27). "CONSAL Young Librarian Award 2025: Dr Mayasari Abdul Majid (Malaysia)". PPM NEWS / BERITA PPM : News about Malaysian Librarians and Libraries. Retrieved 2025-07-02.
  30. ↑ Thuy, Bui Thi Thuy. "Đại hội cán bộ thư viện các quốc gia Đông Nam Á lần thứ 19 (CONSAL XIX) tại Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia". National Library of Vietnam. Retrieved 1 July 2025.
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