SLA / Arabian Gulf Chapter
The twenty-eighth annual conference and exhibition of the (SLA-AGC), in cooperation with the Saudi Library Commission.

Towards the sustainability of knowledge and the preservation of culture and heritage: Managing rare documents, manuscripts and heritage materials in the era of emerging technologies and artificial intelligence

16-18 September 2025, Crown Plaza Hotel, Jeddah - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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The 28th Annual Conference and Exhibition of the (SLA-AGC)
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Our Vision

Leading the Gulf in servicing the profession and specialists in the field of libraries and information, Serving professionals in the region through a range of development programs.

Our Mission

Enhancing the role of the members and serving professional information institutions, academic and research sector in the Arabian Gulf with distinction and efficiency.

Our Core Values

  • Freedom of Information

    Libraries have long been regarded as essential institutions that champion the principles of Freedom of Information (FOI).

  • Cultural Diversity

    Cultural diversity refers to the coexistence of various cultural groups, traditions, languages, beliefs, and practices within a society.

  • Social Responsibility

    Social responsibility is the ethical framework that outlines the obligations of individuals, organizations, and institutions.

  • Information Ethics

    Information ethics refers to the ethical considerations and principles that guide the creation, dissemination, use, and management of information in today's digital and interconnected world.

News and Blogs

Call for Paper – 19th Annual Conference

On behalf of the SLA-AGC, We would like to invite...

Workshops 2012 – 2013

The Special Library Association – Arabian Gulf Chapter is intended...

SLA/AGC Board Members Attending SLA Chicago 2012

Four of SLA/AGC board members this year had the opportunity...

SLA AGC 19th Annual Conference in Abu Dhabi,

Date: 23th April 2013 The Special Libraries Association - Arabian...

Health Information Overload: Challenges & Solutions

Special library Association/Arabian Gulf Chapter (SLA/AGC) with Oman Medical Specialty...

Bahrain, The SLA-AGC 18th Annual Conference

The SLA-AGC 18th Annual Conference Current Trends In The Information...

Join Us Now and Become SLA/AGC Member...

Serving Librarians Professionals in the Gulf Region Through a Range of Development Programs.

Raising awareness of the importance of information and methods of investment in decision-making and strategic planning.

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