| Abbreviation | CONSAL |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1970 (1970) |
| Founded at | Singapore |
| Purpose | Connect and grow librarians and libraries in Southeast Asia |
Region | Southeast Asia |
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| Website | https://www.consal.org/ |
TheCongress of Southeast Asian Librarians (CONSAL) is an international library organization that connects libraries throughout theSoutheastern Asia region. It was founded in 1970 in Singapore with the goal of supporting and growinginformation and library science throughout the region.[1][2]
The formation of CONSAL was inspired by the creation of theASEAN organizations in 1970.[3] It has long connections to the national libraries of all its member countries, including theNational Library of Malaysia,National Library in Singapore,National Library of the Philippines,National Library of Vietnam,National Library of Thailand,National Library of Myanmar,National Library of Cambodia,National Library of Laos,National Library of Indonesia, and many other public and private library institutions.
CONSAL includes libraries, schools, associations, and organizations acrossBrunei,Cambodia,Indonesia,Laos,Malaysia,Myanmar,Philippines,Singapore,Thailand, andVietnam.[4][5]Timor-Leste began joining CONSAL meetings as an observer and participant, but not an official member, in 2011 at the CONSAL XV.[6]
Ghazali Mohamed Fadzil (2025)
Chin Loy Jyoon (2022-2025)
Dr. Nor Edzan Che Nasir (2022-2025)
Ramachandran Rasu Naidu (2000-2003)
CONSAL typically holds a General Conference & Meeting for its members every three years, with each member country alternating the role as host. The 20th CONSAL Meeting will be held in Singapore in 2028.[7]
| Conference | Year | Location | Theme(s) | Events | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONSAL XIX | 2025 | World Trade Center Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Inclusive Knowledge: Bridging Divides, Empowering All: Leveraging Inclusivity, Empowering Humanity | [8][9][10][11][12] | |
| CONSAL XVIII | 2022 | Virtual, Cambodia | |||
| CONSAL XVII | 2018 | Naypyidaw, Myanmar | Next Generation Libraries: Collaborate and Connect | [13] | |
| CONSAL XVI | 2015 | Bangkok, Thailand | ASEAN Aspirations: Libraries for Sustainable Advancement | ||
| CONSAL XV | 2012 | Bali, Indonesia | National Heritage: Preservation and Dissemination | [14] | |
| CONSAL XIV | 2009 | Melia Hotel, Hanoi, Vietnam | Towards Dynamic Libraries and Information Services in Southeast Asian Countries | [5] | |
| CONSAL XIII | 2006 | De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines | CONSAL at the Crossroads: Challenges for Greater Regional Cooperation | [15][16] | |
| CONSAL XII | 2003 | Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam | Information Empowerment: Enhancing Knowledge Heritage | Myanmar joined. | [15] |
| CONSAL XI | 2001 | Suntec City, Singapore | Stepping into the New Millennium: Challenges for Library and Information Professionals | Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam joined the organization. Held at the same time as the Asian International Book Fair and the International Library Expo. The CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award was first announced. | [15][17][18] |
| CONSAL X | 1996 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Libraries in National Development | [19] | |
| CONSAL IX | 1993 | Bangkok, Thailand | Future Dimensions and Library Development | [19] | |
| CONSAL VIII | 1990 | Jakarta, Indonesia | New Challenges in Library Services in the Developing World | [19] | |
| CONSAL VII | 1987 | Manila, Philippines | Libraries for Countryside Development in Southeast Asia | [19] | |
| CONSAL VI | 1983 | Singapore | The Library in the Information Revolution | This coincided with the National Library of Singapore's 25th anniversary. | [19] |
| CONSAL V | 1981 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Access to Information | [20] | |
| CONSAL IV | 1978 | Bangkok, Thailand | Regional Cooperation for the Development of National Information Services | The organization was renamed the Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians. | [20] |
| CONSAL III | 1975 | Jakarta, Indonesia | Integrated Library and Documentation Services Within the Framework of NATIS | [20] | |
| CONSAL II | 1973 | Manila, Philippines | Education and Training for Librarianship in Southeast Asia | [20] | |
| CONSAL I | 1970 | Singapore | New Prospects for Southeast Asian Cooperation | [20] |
Since 2002, CONSAL has hosted the annual CONSAL Outstanding Librarian Award and the CONSAL Young Librarian Award.[21]
| Conference | Award | Receipient | Country of origin | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONSAL XIX 2025 | Gold | Chin Loy Jyoon | Malaysia | [22][23] |
| Silver | Woro Titi Haryanti | Indonesia | ||
| Bronze | Elvira Lapuz | Philippines | ||
| Dr. Tassana Hanpol | Thailand | |||
| CONSAL XVIII 2022 | Gold | Dr. Nor Edzan Che Nasir | Malaysia | |
| Silver | Myat Sann Nyein | Myanmar | ||
| Suchit Suvaphab | Thailand | |||
| CONSAL XVII 2018 | Gold | Mila Medina Ramos | Philippines | [13][24][25] |
| Silver | Pham The Khang | Vietnam | ||
| Dr. Chutima Sacchanand | Thailand | |||
| Dr. Hlaing Glaing Gyi | Myanmar | |||
| Ahmad Syawqi | Indonesia | |||
| CONSAL XVI 2015 | Gold | Dr. Chutima Sacchanand | Thailand | [26] |
| Silver | Rashidah Begum Fazal Mohamed | Malaysia | ||
| Nyuyen Huy Chuong | Vietnam | |||
| Tulus Juni | Indonesia | |||
| Dr.Marilou Palicte Tadlip | Philippines | |||
| Dr. Mohd Sharif Saad | Malaysia - posthumous | |||
| CONSAL XV 2012 | Gold | Suherman Mli | Indonesia | [14] |
| Silver | Aaron Tay Chee Hsien [Wikidata] | Singapore | ||
| Bui Xuan Duc | Vietnam | |||
| CONSAL XIV 2009 | Gold | Zawiyah Baba | Malaysia | [5] |
| Silver | Salmudi | Indonesia | ||
| Salvacion M. Arlante | Philippines | |||
| Kiang-Koh Lai Lin | Singapore | |||
| Nguyen Minh Hiep | Vietnam | |||
| CONSAL XIII 2006 | R. Ramachandran | Singapore | ||
| CONSAL XII 2003 | Dr.Zaiton Osman | Malaysia | ||
| First Award 2002 | Antonio M. Santos | Philippines | [27] | |
| Conference | Recipient | Country of origin | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONSAL XIX 2025 | Dr. Mayasari Abdul Majid | Malaysia | [28][29][30] |