Call for Papers & Presentations – XXVII SCECSAL Conferences
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Submission Guidelines
To ensure a high-quality and relevant program, all submissions must adhere to the following guidelines: ✅ Submissions must be original and unpublished and should align with one of the conference sub-themes. ✅ Papers must be written and presented in English. ✅ Each submission should include: Title of the proposed presentation Author(s) name(s), position(s), and affiliated institution(s) Contact email address(es) Abstract (maximum 350 words) Keywords (up to three) Selected sub-theme Type of submission (Research Paper, Case Study, Panel Discussion, etc.) A brief biographical statement for each author (maximum 100 words) ✅ All submissions must be uploaded via the Microsoft Conference Management System (MCMS):👉 Submit Your Paper By Click Button Below
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Peer Review & Selection Process
📌 Double-Blind Peer Review – Each submission will be evaluated by at least two independent reviewers based on originality, clarity, and relevance to the conference theme. 📌 Acceptance Criteria – Submissions must demonstrate academic rigor, practical impact, and alignment with the conference theme. 📌 Notification of Acceptance – Authors of accepted papers will be notified according to the conference timeline.
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Contact for Submissions
For inquiries about paper submissions, please contact: 📩 Tuesday Bwalya – bwalya.tuesday@unza.zm📩 Justin Chisenga – chisenga_j@yahoo.co.uk We look forward to your submissions and engaging discussions at SCECSAL 2026 in Livingstone, Zambia! 🎤📚
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Submit Your Research & Innovations to Shape the Future of Libraries
The XXVII Standing Conference of Eastern, Central, and Southern African Library and Information Associations (SCECSAL) invites researchers, academics, library professionals, policymakers, and technology innovators to submit original and unpublished papers and presentations for the 2026 conference. This is an opportunity to share groundbreaking research, best practices, and innovative models that contribute to the advancement of library and information services in Africa.