Why should you join EBLIDA?
At EBLIDA, we are driven by our commitment to support the European librarians, provide our products and resources to the community to lead change to move forward.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we rely solely on membership fees to support this work. By becoming a member, you can actively contribute to our mission and help us make a lasting impact on your behalf.
Membership Benefits
1. Join us to actively contribute to the development of UN Sustainable Development Goals, connect with fellow members, and engage in collaborative projects using our powerful tool, E-PANEMA.
E-PANEMA (Eblida PArtNErship MAtching) is a discovery tool: Help you aligning your Library Planning with European Programmes and SDGs and to get information on library funding through EU policies and projects focused on sustainable development.
This powerful tool accessible to everyone at no cost. However, we are offering exceptional advantages exclusively to our EBLIDA Members.
Get a sneak peek with the screenshots above. Unlock premium features as a member or continue browsing E-PANEMA as a visitor.
Exclusive Member Features
Full Access to European Programme Calls
As an EBLIDA Member, you gain unrestricted entry to a wealth of valuable information on European programme calls. Discover funding opportunities, key deadlines, eligibility criteria, and more. This critical information is completely exclusive to our Members, giving you an edge in securing vital resources for your projects.
Comprehensive Guide to Project Proposals
EBLIDA Members can search trough our comprehensive guide on crafting successful project proposals. Find valuable tips, best practices, and expert guidance to enhance your proposal-writing skills and increase your chances of success.
Specialized Tips
and Insights
For our Members, we are providing access to a collection of specific questions and exclusive tips. These insights are tailored to help our Members to excel, enabling them to achieve results in their projects.
2. Shape legislation and policy in your country through best practices taking place in other European States
Shape Legislation and Policy
Be at the forefront of influencing library legislation and policy in your country, drawing from the best practices across European States.
Focused Reflection
We are not just another association. We delve into critical library issues like copyright, the “social” library, the profound social and educational impact of libraries, and explore the exciting frontier of artificial intelligence in libraries.
3. Engage actively in a growing, close-knit, dynamic and diverse community of professionals in the information sector at European level
You’ll become a part of a network comprising over 110 associations and institutions spanning across Europe, collaborating with EU Institutions, the Council of Europe, and numerous international and national NGOs.
- Seize the opportunity to raise relevant issues and actively participate in committees that play a role in shaping the future of Libraries in Europe.
- Stay updated with our monthly Newsletter, featuring policy developments, project updates, event invitations, and other information related to libraries in Europe.
- Benefit from our affiliation with several influential European associations and platforms as we represent libraries in official working groups and conferences.
Membership categories
There are two basic categories of membership:
Full member
Admission as Full Member is open to:
(a) Professional Associations in Member States of the Council of Europe engaged on a national representative level in pursuing the interests of library and information science services;
(b) Other Organisations in Member States of the Council of Europe not belonging to category (a) whose members are in a majority drawn from Member States of the European Union which are deemed eligible for admission by a decision of the Council.
A Full Member has 5 voting rights in the Council and can be elected onto the Executive Committee.
Associate member
Admission as associate member is open to:
(c) Similar organisations to those related under (a) and (b) in European States which are not Member States of the European Union;.
(d) Other organisations, institutes and individual libraries not belonging to categories (a), (b) or (c) which are deemed eligible by a decision of the Council.
An Associate Member has 1 voting right in the Council, but can not be elected onto the Executive Committee.
The regulations concerning membership are contained in the EBLIDA Constitution.
How to join?
Please fill out the:Membership Application Form
If you have any question please contact the Secretariat: eblida@eblida.orgPhone: +31 70 31 40 137
Membership fees
NON-Dutch Members
| Full Members Band | ANP Turnover € | Total 2022 | Total 2023 |
| A | 0-25.000 | 696 | 731 |
| B | 25.001-100.000 | 1.698 | 1.783 |
| C | 100.001-250.000 | 3.064 | 3.217 |
| D | 250.001-350.000 | 4.356 | 4.574 |
| E | 350.001-500.000 | 5.576 | 5.855 |
| F | 500.001 or more | 6.628 | 6.959 |
| Associate Members Band | Total 2022 | Total 2023 |
| G | 579 | 608 |
Dutch Members
| Full Members Band | ANP Turnover € | Total 2022 | Total 2023 |
| A | 0-25.000 | 709,95 | 744,95 |
| B | 25.001-100.000 | 1.711,95 | 1.796,95 |
| C | 100.001-250.000 | 3.077,95 | 3.230,95 |
| D | 250.001-350.000 | 4.369,95 | 4.587,95 |
| E | 350.001-500.000 | 5.589,95 | 5.868,95 |
| F | 500.001 or more | 6.641,95 | 6.972,95 |
| Associate Members Band | Total 2022 | Total due 2023 |
| G | 592,95 | 621,95 |
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