DLIP — Directory of Librarians and Information Professionals, Ghana

Join the DLIP directory

Complete the form below to join this UGLS Library and Open Science Week (LOSW) 2026 initiative. Your entry will be reviewed by the DLIP Sub-Committee before publication (7–14 working days). You will receive a unique Record ID to update your entry later.

Personal & contact information

Title *

First name *

Last name *

Other names (middle name, maiden name, or any other name you go by — optional)

Official phone number *

Professional email *

Passport photograph *

Upload a clear passport-style photograph (required). Maximum file size: 8MB. Accepted formats: JPG, PNG.

The photo will appear on your directory profile. Ensure it shows your face clearly against a plain background.

Professional information

Professional title / designation *

Institution *

Department / unit *

Professional category *

Primary specialisation *

Highest qualification

Institution of highest qualification

Professional biography (optional — max 150 words)

Research & professional profiles (optional)

Research interests

Professional associations

Recent publications (optional — list up to 5, one per line)

ORCID identifier

LinkedIn profile

ResearchGate profile

Google Scholar profile

Consent & declaration *

"I confirm that the information provided is accurate and voluntarily submitted for inclusion in the Directory of Librarians and Information Professionals, Ghana (DLIP). I consent to the collection, processing, storage, and publication of my professional information for directory and professional networking purposes." — DLIP Consent Policy, Section 3.5. Participation is voluntary. You may request modification or removal at any time using your Record ID.

Update my directory record

Enter your Record ID (provided when you first registered) and your email address to retrieve and update your entry.

Record ID *

Email address *

Update your details — leave unchanged fields as they are

Title

First name

Last name

Other names

Official phone number

Professional email

Update passport photograph

Take a new photo or upload from gallery to replace your current one (max 8MB). Leave unchanged to keep existing photo.

Professional details

Professional title

Institution

Department / unit

Specialisation

Highest qualification

Institution of highest qualification

Professional biography

Research interests

Professional associations

Recent publications (optional — up to 5)

ORCID

ResearchGate

Google Scholar

Admin panel — DLIP Sub-Committee

Review, verify, archive, and manage entries. All changes sync to Google Sheets.

Photo	Name	Institution & Dept	Category	Phone	Status	Actions

DLIP policy documents

Governing policies established by the DLIP Sub-Committee, Balme Library, University of Ghana Library System. LOSW 2026.

Consent policy

Participation in the DLIP is entirely voluntary. By submitting information, individuals consent to the collection, processing, storage, and publication of their professional information including name, photo, phone number, email, institutional affiliation, qualifications, biography, research interests, and online profiles.

Individuals may withdraw participation, request modification, or request removal at any time using their Record ID through official committee communication channels.

Privacy & data protection

The DLIP Committee is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and integrity of all information collected. Data shall not be used for commercial marketing, political purposes, or unauthorised third-party sharing.

Verification requirements

All submissions undergo verification before inclusion. Status categories:

Verified Pending Incomplete Archived

Update & removal policy

Professionals may update their records at any time using their unique Record ID provided at registration. Correction requests are processed within 7–14 working days. Removal requests within 14 working days.

Prepared by the DLIP Sub-Committee · Chair: Mr. Kwesi Sewe · Ag. University Librarian: Mr. Samuel Bentil-Aggrey · LOSW 2026

About the DLIP initiative

A University of Ghana Library System (UGLS) Library and Open Science Week (LOSW) 2026 Initiative · Balme Library, Legon, Accra

Vision

To establish a credible, inclusive, dynamic, and sustainable professional directory that enhances the visibility, recognition, collaboration, and impact of Library and Information professionals in Ghana and beyond.

DLIP Sub-Committee (LOSW 2026)

Mr. Kwesi Sewe

Chair

Balme Library, University of Ghana

Mr. Justice Kagbenu

Committee member