A learning platform by Library Aid Africa
Grow your skills.
Transform your library.
Discover courses, professional development programs and expert-led webinars designed to equip librarians and library professionals for the future.
- Free to join
- Learn at your own pace
- Made for library professionals
What you'll find
Three ways to keep learning
From a quick webinar to a full cohort program, choose what fits your time and goals.
Professional development programs
Structured, cohort-based learning that develops leadership, advocacy and professional skills.
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Online courses
Practical courses on library technologies, digital transformation, library management and more.
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Expert-led webinars
Learning sessions, discussions and knowledge-sharing with experienced professionals.
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Why Librarian Learning Companion
Professional growth, built around your work
Learning designed for the realities of library work: practical, flexible and focused on the skills libraries need now.
Learn at your own pace
Fit learning around your schedule, and pick up where you left off.
Practical, relevant skills
From library systems to data and digital outreach, skills you can use at work.
Expert-led learning
Courses, programs and webinars led by experienced professionals.
A learning community
Learn alongside peers in cohort programs and share what works.
Continuous professional development
Tell us your interests and goals, and keep finding the next right thing to learn.
How it works
Get started in three steps
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Create your account
Join the Librarian Learning Companion and set up your learning profile.
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Discover learning opportunities
Explore courses, programs and webinars matched to your interests.
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Learn and grow
Take part in learning activities and develop your professional skills.
Built by
Library Aid Africa
About Library Aid Africa
Empowering libraries. Developing people. Transforming communities.
Library Aid Africa is committed to strengthening libraries and advancing access to knowledge, learning and professional development.
The Librarian Learning Companion brings that work online, giving library professionals one place to find webinars, courses and cohort programs.
Visit libraryaidafrica.orgYour next chapter starts here.
Take the next step in your professional development. Discover new skills, explore learning opportunities and grow with the Librarian Learning Companion.