The FIL Journal Is Moving to a Blog

The FIL Journal Is Moving to a Blog

Change is in the air at the Forum for Interlending. As part of our ongoing efforts to keep pace with the needs of our members, we’re transitioning the FIL Journal to a blog format, hosted right here on our existing website.

Why the Switch?

Our reading habits have evolved. We’re consuming information on the go, from our phones, tablets, and laptops. The new blog format will make accessing FIL content smoother and more convenient, no matter where you are or what device you’re using.
But it’s not just about convenience. A blog also opens up new opportunities for dialogue. Imagine being able to share your thoughts on an article instantly, engage in discussions, or even pose questions directly to the author. This shift isn’t just about delivering content; it’s about fostering a real conversation within our community.

What’s in Store?

We’re still ironing out the details, but here’s a peek at what we’re considering:
• Subscription Alerts: Get notified as soon as new posts are up.
• Social Media Sharing: Share posts directly to your network, broadening the conversation.
• Surveys and Polls: Your feedback, in real-time, helping shape the future of FIL content.
• Curated Newsletters: A digest of recent posts for those who prefer their updates all in one place.

And don’t worry—the rich archive of our FIL Journal isn’t going anywhere. All past issues will remain available on the website, providing a valuable resource for anyone who needs to consult previous articles and insights.

What This Means for You

Rest assured, this transition will be smooth. The blog will live on our existing website, so you won’t need to navigate unfamiliar territory. We’re keeping things consistent to make sure you can continue to find what you need without any hassle.
But this isn’t just about us—it’s about you too. We’d love to hear what’s happening in your corner of the interlending world. Whether it’s a new initiative, a challenge you’ve faced, or a success story, your contributions can help shape the conversations on our new blog. This is your chance to be part of the change, to share your insights, and to connect with others in the community. So, if you’re interested in submitting a blog article, please do get in touch with us.
So, here’s to the next chapter for FIL—more accessible, more interactive, and hopefully, more engaging for all of us.

Booking for Interlend 2024 is now open!

Interlend 2024 will be online again this year, held on Wednesday 26th June 10:00-16:15 via Zoom.

Please join via the Zoom link, which will be sent to you following your registration. We look forward to seeing you all there.

Please note this is a draft programme and subject to change.

Session Timings Length Speaker
Welcome 10:00-10:05 5 minutes Amanda Foster, Chair of FIL Committee
Introduction to ILL 10:05-10:40 35 minutes + questions

 

Helen Hall, Liverpool University & Sarah Hornby Newcastle University
Report from collective licensing session workshop 10:40-11:25 40 minutes + questions

 

Amanda Foster, Chair of FIL Committee, Kate Parson, National Library of Sweden & Susan Mair, Copyright Advisor at Northumbria University
New CLA license and what it means for interlending 11:25- 11:45 15 minutes + questions

 

Kate Vasili, Copyright Librarian, Middlesex University
ILL Benchmarking 11:45-12:30 40 minutes + questions Beth Parry (Leeds University), Chris Beevers (University of Huddersfield) and Kenny Whyte (University of York).
Break 12:30-13:00 30 minutes
EX Libris on Rapido from the perspective of Cardiff with Bronwen Blatchford 13:00 -14:05 60 minutes + questions Bronwen Blatchford, Systems Librarian at Cardiff University & Judith Fraenkel, Director of Product Management & DEI Strategy
EBSCO OpenRS 14:05-14:50 40 minutes + questions Mark Allcock, Director, Product Management, EBSCO
Break 14:50-15:00 10 minutes
Update on Reprints platform 15:00-15:25 20 minutes + questions Tony Landolt, Reprints- Head of business development & Gordon Brand
Lightening talk: RapidILL Working Group 15:25-15:40 10 minutes + questions Kip Darling, IGeLU RapidILL Working Group
Update from BL

 

15:40-15:55 10 minutes + questions

 

 

Jo Cox, British Library

 

Round-up and close 15:55-16:05 10 minutes Amanda Foster, Chair of FIL Committee