About AfLLIP

Association of African Law Library and Information Professionals

Vision

A vibrant and trusted network for the growth of law librarianship and legal information professionals in Africa.

Mission

To empower legal information professionals in Africa to support legal research and promote legal information awareness on the continent.

Core values

We are committed to diversity and inclusion
We have a conviction that access to legal information is a human right
We are committed to professionalism and innovation
We cherish global cooperation

Main objectives

The main objectives of the Association are as follows

Leadership

Provide leadership in the growth and development of law librarianship in Africa and serve as research think-tank on issues affecting legal information management in Africa

Cooperation

Muster cooperation and promote the professional interest of AfLLIP members

Knowledge

Foster professional networking and knowledge exchange among AfLLIP members

Development

Facilitate professional development for AfLLIP members through mentorship programmes, workshops and seminars

Promotion

Promote African legal scholarship and access to legal literature

Collaboration

Collaborate with national and international law library associations to promote international legal research and knowledge sharing