INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 4TH CARLIGH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
INTRODUCTION
The Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in Ghana (CARLIGH) is pleased to announce and open registration for the 4th CARLIGH International Conference.
OBJECTIVES
The CARLIGH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE is a premier forum for Information Professionals, Researchers, Academics, Publishers, Book Vendors etc. across the globe, to present their latest research outputs, ideas, and developments, and to also share activities and initiatives to enhance learning, teaching and research approaches. In addition, a pre-conference workshop and an exhibition of information resources and other technologies by vendors are organised alongside. The International Conference also offers opportunities for both formal and informal networking and intellectual discourse among participants to promote the sharing of knowledge, experiences, and expertise on developments in learning, teaching, and research as well as on global best practices.
CONFERENCE THEME
“Enhancing Information Access in an Era of ChatGPT and other AI”
SUB THEMES:
• Emerging creativity and innovations in accessing information
• Curriculum requirements to meet skill-sets needed for relevant information science education
• Trends and issues in higher education delivery in the era of AI and Tik Tok
• Exploring new skill sets expected of the information service provider and user
• Open Access and other Open initiatives in ensuring free access to information.
CONFERENCE VENUE AND DATES
Venue: GIMPA Executive Conference Centre (GECC), Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, Achimota – Accra, Ghana
Date: Monday, 6th to Friday, 10th May 2024.
PROGRAMMES
Pre-Conference Workshop: Monday, 6th – 7th May, 2024
Conference: Wednesday, 8th – 10th May, 2024
TARGET PARTICIPANTS
This 4th International Conference will bring together representatives of a wide range of professionals, including:
Information Specialists (e.g. Librarians, Archivists, and Journalists etc.)
IT professionals
Academics
Researchers
Policy Makers
Book Vendors
Publishers
Administrators
Industrialists from higher research and educational institutions and organizations from around the world.
SPECIAL GUEST OF HONOUR
Sir Dr. Sam Jonah: Chancellor, University of Cape Coast and Chairman, Jonah Capital Ltd.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
• Prof. Ernest Kofi Davies: Provost, College of Education, University of Cape Coast
Topic: Curriculum requirements to meet skill-sets to providing relevant information science education
• Prof. Mary Sheela Lourdusamy: Professor, Department of Informatics, Heritage Christian College, Amasaman, Accra
Topic: Advancing smart avenues (media) for information service provision
• Prof. Ferdinand Apietu Katsriku: Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of Ghana
Topic: Innovation strategies for the era
• Dr. Peter Tobin: Head of Department, Department of Business Technology and Innovation, Heritage Christian College, Amasaman, Accra
Topic: Trends and issues in higher education delivery in the era of the 4th industrial revolution
• Dr. Monica Mensah: Senior Lecturer, Department of Information Science, University of Ghana, Legon, Accra
Topic: Exploring new skill-sets expected of the information provider and the user
CONFERENCE PACKAGE
• Invitation Letter/Visa Processing
• Pre-Conference Training Workshop
• Tea/Coffee Breaks
• Conference Buffet Lunch
• Conference Dinner
• Conference Souvenirs (bag, flash drive, pen, and notepad, etc.)
SPONSORSHIP
• There is still opportunity for sponsorship. There are packages attached to sponsorship. CARLIGH appreciates support from our partners in this time of need.
• Please contact chair, CARLIGH Management if you want to sponsor the conference.
SPECIAL CONFERENCE BENEFITS
• Great networking opportunities
• Be a member of a growing professional community
• Publication of paper presented as Conference proceedings
• Availability of Conference Proceedings in softcopy (online and electronically on a flash drive)
• There will be arrangement to visit some sites in and around Accra, including Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum
ACCOMMODATION
• Arranged conference accommodation is available at the GIMPA Guest House. The rate is $30 or Cedis equivalent per night. Interested persons can make reservation for accommodation by contacting Leticia Oppong-Mensah on +233 244762672 or send message to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
• Contact the organizers for information on any other accommodation related concerns.
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
• For online registration, interested participants should visit the conference portal on the CARLIGH Website (https://www.carligh.org) or click on this link https://forms.gle/hEbv1N9utcHgCav86) to complete the online registration forms and follow up with payment of the appropriate fee/s.
REGISTRATION FEES/ PAYMENTS
Exhibition and Advertisement
• Locals: GHc2500.00
• International: USD 400.00
Workshop and Conference Registration Fees Participants
• CARLIGH Members GHc1,800.00
• Non-CARLIGH Members GHc2,000.00
• International Participants USD 250.00
• Non-Presenter Students GHc 800.00
• Workshop Only GHc 600.00
Important Information
• Early Bird package: Institutions that present more than three participants will receive a discount of 5% on the original cost. To qualify for the discount a commitment fee of GHc100.00 you should pay by 31st January, 2024.
• Payment should be made into the following accounts according to the respective categorizations (Local or International)
Local Participants
Account Name: CARLIGH
Currency: CEDI
Bank: GHANA COMMERCIAL BANK
Branch: LEGON BRANCH
Account No.: 1031130009358
International Participants
Account Name: CARLIGH
Currency: Dollar
Bank: Stanbic Bank Ghana
Branch: Main Branch, Castle Road, Accra
Account No.: 9040003788118
SWIFT CODE: SBICGHAC
IMPORTANT DEADLINES TO NOTE
• Early Bird Registration Deadline: Wednesday, 31st January, 2024.
• Submission of Full Papers or Posters: Thursday, 29th February, 2024.
• Online Registration Deadline: Friday, 15th March, 2024.
CONTACT
For further enquiries contact the following:
• Dr. Mac-Anthony Cobblah: +233244616950; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Mrs. Evelyn Tetteh: +233244987822; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Mr. Adolph Agbeh: +233244232097; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Nana Tuhufo Quagraine: +233208885022; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
***For any additional information, kindly visit: Visit CARLIGH website www.carligh.org