The 9th International Library and Information Science Society (I-LISS) Conference Proceeding “Competencies Revisiting: Preparing the Next Generation of Library and Information Science Professionals

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The Proceedings of the 9th International Library and Information Science Society (I-LISS) Conference center on the theme “Revisiting Competencies: Preparing the Next Generation of Library and Information Science Professionals”, focusing on digital
transformation, cultural preservation, leadership, ethics, and innovative LIS education. The event features three distinguished keynote speakers: Prof. Noorhaidi Hasan, Ph.D. (Rector, UIN Sunan Kalijaga, Indonesia), Prof. Dong-Geun Oh, Ph.D. (President of I-LISS, South Korea), and Dr. P. Rajendran, Ph.D. (Secretary General of I-LISS, India). In addition, 11 invited speakers from across Asia—including Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, the Philippines, India, Singapore, and Malaysia—bring diverse perspectives to enrich the conference discussions. The conference gathers 64 presenters from 5 countries (Indonesia, India, Malaysia, South Korea, and Thailand), representing a wide range of institutions such as universities, research bodies, and professional organizations. Each paper published in this proceedings reflects a wealth of global and local perspectives, presenting cutting-edge research, innovative case studies, and practical strategies to shape the competencies of future library and information professionals. With cross-national collaboration and support from strategic partners such as ASDIP PTKI, Futurenuri, and Keimyung University, this proceedings volume stands as a significant contribution to the advancement of LIS in the 21st century.