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-----Original Message----- From: Rashidah Begum [mailto:[log in to unmask]] Sent: 02 June 2003 17:29 To: Ian Johnson (absimj) Subject: PUBLIC LIBRARIES CONFERENCE, 23-25 JUNE 2003 PENANG MALAYSIA@003MA Dear Ian I would be grateful, if you can help me disseminate this to the varous listservs you are registered with. Many thanks Rashidah REGISTER NOW CONFERENCE ON CHANGES AND CHALLENGES OF PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICES TO BRIDGE THE DIGITAL DIVIDE 23 - 25 JUNE 2003, The Gurney, Penang, Malaysia Organised by Penang Public Library Corporation JKR 2118, Jalan Perpustakaan, 13700 Seberang Jaya, Perai, MALAYSIA. Fax No.: 604-3970226 Tel. No.: 604-3971058/3905330 E-mail: [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> Website :www.penanglib.gov.my in cooperation with Perpustakaan Negara Malaysia (National Library of Malaysia) and Persatuan Pustakawan Malaysia (PPM) (Librarians Association of Malaysia) with the support of International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions(IFLA) Advancement of Librarianship and IFLA Asia and Oceania Regional Section OBJECTIVES To highlight the role of information and communication technology (ICT) in the promotion of library and information services to the public to bridge the digital divide. To identify public library services using ICT so as to extend these services beyond the walls of the library and to narrow the gap between the information rich and information poor. To share among public libraries in the Southeast Asian and Asian region experiences in the developments in public library services with the rapid developments in ICT. WHO SHOULD ATTEND Board of Directors of Public Libraries Librarians and staff of Public Libraries Lecturers and students of Library and Information Science Schools librarians from academic, special and school libraries. Government officials and NGOs working on information-related policies, projects and infrastructures. VENUE This conference will be held at The Gurney, 18 Persiaran Gurney, 10250 Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia Fax: 604-3705000 Tel. no.: 604-3707000 E-Mail: [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> Website: www.gurney-hotel.com.my <http://www.gurney-hotel.com.my> The hotel is strategically located near the sea and in the heart of Georgetown. PROGRAMME(as at 2 June 2003 and subject to changes ) DAY ONE Monday, 23 June 2003 7.30 am - 9.00 am Registration of Delegates 9.00 am Arrival of Guests 9.30 am Welcoming Address by Chair Organising Committee Address by Y. Bhg. Dato' Zawiyah Baba Director General National Library of Malaysia Opening Address by the Y.B. Dato' Amar Leo Moggie Minister for Energy, Communication and Multimedia Launching of the Bahasa Melayu translation of the Public Library Service : IFLA/UNESCO guidelines for development published by the National Library of Malaysia Presentation of the guidelines "Perkhidmatan Perpustakaan Awam : Garis Panduan Untuk Pembangunan IFLA / UNESCO" to representatives of the State Public Libraries from Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and Singapore. Visit to Exhibition 10.30 am - 11.00 am Refreshments SESSION I : 11.00 am - 12.30 pm International Public Library Guidelines Chair : Dato' Zawiyah Baba * Pathways to the future : IFLA/UNESCO Public Library Guidelines - Philip Gill, Chairman of the Working Group that prepared the Public Library Service : IFLA/UNESCO Guidelines for development 2001 * UNESCO Network Library - Barbara Thomas, UNESCO Model Library Network (UNET) 12.30 pm - 2.15 pm Lunch Break SESSION II : 2.15 pm - 4.30 pm Visions and Directions Chair : Datin Paduka Shahaneem Hanoum * Vision of the LIBRARIES 2040 - Rob Bruijnzeels From the Netherlands Association Of Public Libraries * An update on the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Access To Learning Award * Multi-Sector Partnerships in Bridging the Digital Divide - Lim Kheng Joo, Senior Manager Strategic Intervention Group Malaysia (SIGMA), Mimos Berhad *4.30 - 5.00 pm - Refreshments 8.00 pm Dinner hosted by Penang State Government at the elevated sand-theme Recreation Park, 7th floor The Gurney DAY TWO Tuesday, 24 June 2003 SESSION III : 8.30 am - 10.00 am Digital Public Library Initiatives in Asia and Oceania Chair : Madam Koo Joo Bee * Changes and Challenges of Public Library Services To Bridge The Digital Divide In Indonesia - Woro Titi Haryanti, National Library of Indonesia * Country report on Changes and Challenges of Public Library Services to Bridge the Digital Divide in Lao People Democratic Republic - Boukhay Phengpachanh, National Library of Laos 10.00 am - 10.30 am Refreshments SESSION IV : 10.30 am - 12.30 pm Digital Public Library Initiatives in Asia and Oceania Chair : Madam Hajah Norma Mohd Darus * History of Public Library Development in Vietnam - Dang Thi Mai, National Library of Vietnam * Public Library Service in Thailand : the challenge in the New Era - Pattamaporn Thammatat, National Library of Thailand * Penang Public Library Initiatives to Bridge the Digital Divide - Ong Chai Lin, Penang Public Library Corporation, Malaysia * Development of Public Library in Cambodia - Ros Sarou, Librarian, National Library of Cambodia * Development of Public Library in Myammar - Kyaw Oo, Director National Library of Myammar 12.30 pm - 2.15 pm Lunch Break SESSION V : 2.15 pm - 3.00 pm Chair : Madam Jamilah Mohamed Product Presentations SESSION VI : 3.00 - 4.30 pm Digital Public Library Initiatives in Asia and Oceania - Continuation Chair : Madam Rashidah Bol Hassan * Crossing The Digital Divide:The Case of The Philippines - Prundencia C. Cruz, National Library of the Philippines * Library Automation As we Enter the 21st Century - Malaysian Libraries Experience - Zahidi Dato' Hj. Zainal Rashid, Kedah State Library Corporation * Knowledge Asian Youth Network (KAYNET) - Kang Wai Chin, MIMOS & Alimah Salam, Pustaka Peringatan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia * National Library Board of Singapore's Online Shopfront, the NLB Digital Library - From Concept to Implementation - Peter Pak, National Library Board, Singapore 4.30 pm - 5.00 pm Refreshments 5.30 pm - Leave Gurney Hotel for Penang Public Library 6.30 pm - Launching of the Penang Public Library Electronic Network 7.30 pm - Dinner Reception at the Library Garden Hosted by Penang Public Library Corporation DAY THREE Wednesday, 25 June 2003 SESSION VII : 8.30 am - 10.30 am Legal, Space planning and Human Resource Issues Chair : Ms Salbiah Mohammad Yusof * Providing equal opportunity in learning Dato Dr. Zaiton binti Osman, University of Malaya * Legal Deposit and Copyright Law - Zainatul Ashikin, Lecturer Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia * The role of Librarians / Information Managers as the new bridge builder to the digital divide - Anis Yusal Yusoff, Programme Manager, UNDP Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam * Space Planning - Pustaka Sarawak - Rashidah Bol Hassan, Chief Executive Officer, Pustaka Negeri Sarawak 10.30 am - 11.00 am Refreshments SESSION VIII : 10.30 am - 12.30 pm Initiatives In Cooperation Chair : Madam Hajah Noor Ida Yang Rashdi * PERDANA System - Siti Zakiah Aman, National Library of Malaysia * * Bridging the Divide : The WorldFish Center Initiatives - Kamsiah Mohd Ali, Information Services Manager WorldFish Center * Collaboration between Public Libraries and Library Schools in Bridging the Digital Divide - Dilgit Singh, Namita Santra and Lee Hang Leng , Universiti Malaya * Closing Remarks by Dato' Zawiyah Baba, President Libararians Association of Malaysia 12.30 pm Lunch EXHIBITION An exhibition on digital library products and applications will be held throughout the conference. Product presentations will aslo be held during the Conference sessions. ACCOMODATION The Gurney offers special package for thisConference at RM125.00 (Studio Suite inclusive of 1 breakfast) and RM140.00 (Studio Suite inclusive of 2 breakfasts). Contact Hotel directly for reservations, quoting Conference name. REGISTRATION FORM Name : ........................................................................ ................... (Prof/Dr/Mr/Ms/Mrs) Position : ........................................................................ ............ Organization : ........................................................................ ........... Address : ........................................................................ ................. ........................................................................ ............................. Phone No. : ..................... Fax No.: .....................E-mail:.......... ............ (Area code/Number) (Area code/Number) REGISTRATION FEE MALAYSIA MALAYSIA OTHER COUNTRIES RM380.00 (PPM members) RM480.00 (Non PPM USD150.00 Membership No: ........... members) Group discounts available for 5 or more participants from one organization. Contact Secretary for rates. MODE OF PAYMENT Enclosed please find RM / USD ................................ Crossed Cheque/Bank Draft/Money Order made payable to PENANG PUBLIC LIBRARY 2003 CONFERENCE (ACCT. NO - 3119863234) SECRETARIAT Please return this form to : Ms Shukriah Hj. Yon (Secretary) Penang Public Library 2003 Conference Perbadanan Perpustakaan Awam Pulau Pinang JKR 2118, Jalan Perpustakaan, 13700 Seberang Jaya, Perai, MALAYSIA. 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