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Bibliosuisse International Commission is pleased to invite applications for its <a href="https://www.bibliosuisse.ch/fr/a-propos/commissions/affaires-internationales" id="OWA9dc130c5-f58f-093b-95b9-8ac915230599" class="OWAAutoLink" title="https://www.bibliosuisse.ch/fr/a-propos/commissions/affaires-internationales">
International Engagement in Practice: Teaching & Presenting Programme</a>, supporting Swiss library professionals who wish to actively contribute to the international library community.</div>
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The programme provides financial support for librarians and information professionals who wish to:</div>
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Present a paper, poster, workshop, training session, or project at an international conference or event;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Develop a teaching initiative or international collaboration with an international dimension;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Take on an official role within an international library organisation, such as IFLA, EBLIDA, LIBER, or similar networks.</li></ul>
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The programme aims to strengthen the international visibility of Swiss libraries, encourage professional exchange and collaboration, and support participants in acting as ambassadors of Swiss librarianship abroad.</div>
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Applicants must:</div>
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Be individual members of Bibliosuisse;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Have at least three years of professional experience in libraries or information science;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Be employed at least 50% in a library in Switzerland;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Demonstrate a professional contribution or expertise relevant to an international audience.</li></ul>
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Bibliosuisse will reimburse:</div>
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Travel expenses up to CHF 400;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Accommodation expenses up to CHF 1,100.</li></ul>
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The funding covers a maximum stay of five days (including travel days). Please note that registration fees, meals, visa costs, and personal expenses are not covered.</div>
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Key dates:</div>
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Application deadline: 15 November 2026;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Notification of results: by 15 December 2026;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Eligible activities: January to June 2027.</li></ul>
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Funded participants will be asked to:</div>
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Participate in a preparatory online meeting;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Provide proof of participation;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Contribute a short article to <i>Bibliosuisse INFO</i> sharing key insights and experiences;</li><li style="font-family: "Calibri Light", "Helvetica Light", sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 20px;">
Participate in a knowledge-sharing activity for the Swiss library community.</li></ul>
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For further information and application details, please consult <a href="https://www.bibliosuisse.ch/fr/a-propos/commissions/affaires-internationales" id="OWAa22e6723-eb85-4c0d-f96c-d751424ce3e7" class="OWAAutoLink" title="https://www.bibliosuisse.ch/fr/a-propos/commissions/affaires-internationales">
Bibliosuisse website</a>.</div>
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We look forward to receiving your applications and to supporting your international engagement as ambassadors of Swiss librarianship!</div>
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