AIS
is a non governmental, non-profit organization. It is a national professional
association of librarians and information specialists in Georgia
AIS was
founded on 24 October 1997 by FSA-Muskie alumni in library-information
science who studied and have been trained in the best US schools and
libraries. They were eager to share their knowledge and experience
with their colleagues, provide them with modern methods of communication
and continuing education. Eventually AIS
has grown into the national association of Georgian librarians and
information specialists and currently represents the country in IFLA
and other international library organizations.
AIS works
closely with library professionals on establishing a code of ethics
and bill of rights.
AIS continues
to address issues of education and professional qualification of Georgian
librarians by arranging training classes, conferences and workshops
not only in Tbilisi, but in the regional centers of Georgia too, publishing
association newsletters and journals.
AIS promotes
international standards in libraries. It teaches international standards
in its training courses, as well as translates and publishes textbooks
and manuals of these standards.
AIS is
actively involved in library advocacy working with local and national
political leaders, community groups, lobbying for libraries.
Our Partners:
AIS Strategic
Goals and Current Priorities - prepared by Leila Gibradze, November,
2004.
