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The Conference of European National Librarians (short ‘CENL’) is a network of 46 national libraries in 45 European countries. Members of the CENL are national librarians of the member states of the Council of Europe. Since 1987, CENL has worked to advance the cause of Europe’s national libraries, reinforcing our special role in preserving the continent’s cultural heritage and making it accessible to all. Our mission is to advance the cause of Europe’s national libraries, working better together and achieving more than we can do alone. We believe that as world-leading memory institutions, Europe’s national libraries play an important role in the intellectual, educational, cultural, social and economic development of the continent, countries and communities they serve. As a foundation under Dutch law we meet once a year for a special conference to discuss projects, initiatives and topics of common interest. We strive to form a strong community, supporting one-another through skills and knowledge exchange.

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About CENL

CENL, the Conference of European National Librarians, is an influential network uniting 46 national libraries across 45 European countries. Established in 1987, CENL plays a vital role in preserving Europe’s cultural heritage, ensuring that the written, published, and recorded output of nations remains accessible for future generations. The organization focuses on promoting the significance of national libraries through collaboration, professional excellence, and knowledge exchange among its members.

CENL facilitates a variety of initiatives, including the organization of dialogue forums and annual general meetings, fostering community engagement and advocacy efforts such as #StandWithUkraine. Member libraries, such as the Austrian National Library and the National Library of Latvia, exemplify diverse collections and services, from historical archives to interlibrary loan systems. CENL is dedicated to highlighting the unique contributions of each library while enhancing their collective impact, making them essential resources for research, education, and cultural enrichment across Europe.