International experience
Leading experts from various countries will present advanced practices in the development of academic libraries, with a focus on digital transformation and the integration of AI technologies into library operations.
LibConf2026
#AISANA
Modern trends
in academic libraries
Libraries in the AI era: international experience and the national AI-SANA program
April 22-25, 2026
Taraz, Kazakhstan
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XIII International Conference
The conference "Library in the Age of AI: International Experience and the National AI-SANA Program" brings together specialists in librarianship, science, and digital technology. In 2026, the program will focus on the transformation of libraries in the age of artificial intelligence.
We will discuss changing access to knowledge, the role of librarians and the structure of scientific research, the development of digital libraries, the implementation of artificial intelligence technologies in library operations, and ensuring equal and inclusive access to information. We will also touch on topics such as sustainable development, information security, and enhancing the social responsibility of libraries. A separate section will be dedicated to the national AI-SANA program
Networking
More than 300 participants, including librarians, IT specialists, researchers, and university representatives.
Innovation
New technologies for storing and processing information; Artificial intelligence and neural networks in libraries; Digitalization of library services
Professional growth
Professional Development Master classes and seminars (including the IRBIS School, workshops, foresight sessions, panel discussions, “professional tours” (library tours), poster presentations, and case-sharing on the digital transformation of libraries, among others).
Theme of the year
Libraries in the AI era: international experience and the national program AI-SANA
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Digitalization
Automatic digitization and cataloging of rare editions using computer vision
Personalization
Intelligent recommendation services for students and researchers
Analytics
Predictive analysis of reader demand and scientific trends based on AI applications
Program
4 days of practice and strategy
The program's content is aimed at library managers and specialists, researchers, and university IT teams.
April 22
- Arrival day of the participants
- Cultural program and tours of their choice
- IRBIS School
April 23
- Member registration
- Opening of the conference
- IRBIS School
April 24
- Cases of university libraries in Kazakhstan
- Joint projects with research centers
- Networking and B2B meetings
April 25
- Cultural program
- Summary and recommendations
- Closing ceremony
Speakers
Leslie Weir
2025 year 2027 year IFLA (Kitaphana kauymdastygy men institutarynykh khalykaralyk federation) president (Canada).
Tasha Mellins-Cohen
Executive Director, COUNTER Metrics (UK).
Karaush Alexander Sergeevich
Cand. Sc. (Engineering), Executive Director of the EBNIT Association (Russia).
Ivanov Sergey Gennadievich
Director of "EDP Hub" (Kazakhstan).
Venue
General Sponsor
Eurasian Digital platforms hub
Official sponsors
Conference partner
Sponsor of an individual element
Venue
Taraz, Kazakhstan
One of the oldest cities in Kazakhstan, a center of history and culture
https://welcome.kz/en/info-cities/zhambyl-region/
M.Kh. Dulati University.
ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION
During the XIII International Conference
“Modern Trends in the Development of Academic Libraries”
(April 22–25, 2026, Taraz, Republic of Kazakhstan),
Participants are advised to stay in hotels located in close proximity to the main venues, within the area of Tole Bi street.
The Organizing Committee recommends the following hotels for accommodation:
Grand Way Hotel
📍 39 Zhunisalieva Street, Taraz
Hotel Zhambyl
📍 42 Tole Bi Street, Taraz
Hotel Inju
📍 7A Suleymanov Street, Taraz
BURSA
📍 91A Aitieva Street, Taraz
Participants are kindly requested to arrange their own hotel reservations.
Early booking is highly recommended.
Address
Tole bi St. 60, Taraz, 080000
Organizing committee phone
+7 (7262) 45 74 33
ulark_taraz@dulaty.edu.kz