National Conference on Library and Information Science – 2026
Welcome to the official portal of the National Conference on Library and Information Science 2026 (NACLIS-2026).
Jointly organized by the Sri Lanka Library Association (SLLA) and the National Science Foundation Sri Lanka (NSF), NACLIS-2026 serves as a premier national platform dedicated to promoting high-quality research, professional networking, knowledge exchange, and sustainable development in Library and Information Science (LIS).
Conference Theme
“Knowledge Sustainability in the Digital Era: Library Best Practices and Innovations”
Sub-Themes & Scope
Promoting Knowledge Sustainability through Digital Library Inclusion in Libraries
Enhancing Equitable Access to Digital Information Resources for the Knowledge Society
Enhancing Knowledge Sustainability through Collaborative Resource Sharing and AI-Powered Emerging Technologies
Strengthening Partnerships, Networks, and Cooperative Initiatives among Libraries
Advancing Knowledge Sustainability through AI and Emerging Technologies
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Innovative Technologies to Improve Information Services and Access
Strengthening Knowledge Sustainability through Capacity Development of Information Professionals
Enhancing the Competencies, Skills, and Leadership of Library and Information Professionals
Key Dates
Call for Abstracts Open: September 05, 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline Extended:
October 05, 2026October 25, 2026Notification of Acceptance: November 10, 2026
Registration: November 15, 2026
Conference Date: December 04, 2026
Conference Organizing Leadership
Role |
Name |
Affiliation |
Conference Advisors |
Mr. K.G.S. Gunathilake |
President, Sri Lanka Library Association |
Prof. Shiromi Perera |
Director General, National Science Foundation Sri Lanka |
|
Conference Chair |
Mrs. Thushara Wanasinghe |
Senior Assistant Librarian, Faculty of Medicine & Allied Sciences, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka |
Conference Organizing Chair |
Mr. Manuja Karunaratne |
Head, National Science Library and Resource Center (NSLRC), NSF |
Conference Secretary |
Mrs. Manjula Rajapaksha |
Senior Assistant Librarian, Faculty of Medicine, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University |
Secretary Membership |
Mrs. Kusala Sajeevani |
Assistant Librarian, Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine |
Conference Coordinator |
Ms. Thasneem Niyas |
Senior Information Officer, NSLRC, NSF |
Chief Editor |
Mrs. Dilhani Munasinghe |
Senior Assistant Librarian (Grade I), the Postgraduate Institute of Medicine (PGIM), University of Colombo) |
Secretary Inviting Members (SLSTINET and other Invitees) |
Ms. N. Samanthi |
Information Officer – NSLRC, NSF |
Logistics |
Ms. Hemamali Muthumala |
Information Officer – NSLRC, NSF |
Mr. Pujitha Hewawasam |
Information Officer – NSLRC, NSF |
The registration fee will be levied for presenters and participants at the following rates. Every Registration includes admission to the Inaugural & all Conference Sessions, Running Lunch, Refreshment (Morning & Afternoon), Conference Kit and the Certificate of Presentation/Participation.
Registration Fees
| CATEGORY | FEE (LKR) |
| SLLA Member | LKR 2500.00 |
| Non-SLLA Member | LKR 3500.00 |
| Student | LKR 2000.00 |
Payment Instructions
To complete your registration for NACLIS-2026, please transfer or deposit the required registration fee to the official Sri Lanka Library Association bank account listed below:
Account Number: 0002323087
Bank of Ceylon
Torrington Branch
Sri Lanka Library Association
Verification & Confirmation
After completing your payment, please upload a clear image or PDF copy of your payment slip / transfer receipt via the online submission link below to finalize your registration:
