Library Staff Training Grant
Professional development for academic library staff in digital library services, repositories, metadata, research support and information literacy.
About this call
The role of the academic library has changed: librarians now manage repositories and digital collections, support researchers with open access and data management, and teach information literacy. This grant concept supports structured training for library staff in these areas.
What this call aims to achieve
Expected outcomes
- Trained staff applying new skills in their libraries
- At least one new or improved research-support service per participating library
Impact framework
- Inputs
- Training programme design and delivery; learning materials; mentoring.
- Activities
- Training-needs assessment; workshops and practical sessions; mentoring; follow-up support.
- Outputs
- Library staff trained; training modules completed.
- Outcomes
- Libraries able to offer improved digital and research-support services.
- Long-term impact
- Stronger academic libraries supporting research and learning.
How we will measure it
- Library staff trained
- New or improved library services launched
- Participant skills assessment before and after training
The Foundation never charges a fee to apply. Read the Grant Guidelines and How to Apply.
