A presentation at IFLA 2015(Cape Town)

1. National Library and Archives of the
Islamic Republic of Iran
A Dynamic library publisher model
Reza Khanipour
Mahboubeh Ghorbani

2. libraries as publishers
The position of libraries in human societies has
created a new role for libraries which is known
as “libraries as publishers.

3. The paper Aims
This paper aims to explore the role of National
Library and Archives of the Islamic Republic
of Iran in the publishing field.

4. NLAI Activities
collection and
acquisition
Organizing
Dissemination
Education
Research
Publication

5. NLAI publishing activities reasons
• Publish Bibliography
• Publish Scientific researches
• Development Standards
• Publication Specialized Journals
• Dissemination of national and cultural values
• Earn Income

6. 1. Publishing the professional works and
references.
2. Appropriate distribution and improving the
quality of publications.
NLAI Publishing Objectives and Duties

7. 1. Planning for printing of books.
2. Investigation of the works.
3. Determining the required scientific topics
4. Books Referee process.
5. Book Selling and donation.
6. publishing cooperation and outsourcing.
NLAI Press Council duties

8. The variety of publications of the NLAI
1. Printed and electronic books and scientific-
research journals.
2. National Bibliography and National Index of
IRAN on DVD.

9. The release of publications
Continuous supply:
Press Stores
Internet sales
Virtual Book store portal

10. The release of publications
Supply of publications at different time's periods:
• Nation and world wide
• Occasional and regional fairs

11. The NLAI Publishing Programs
1. Thematic expansion and development of the
most updated scientific and technical works
2. Collaboration with other organizations and
institutions.
3. publishing the exquisite manuscripts.
4. Development of business plan for the Press
Office.

12. Conclusion
A complement to the informational
role of libraries as publisher.
to achieve a sustainable
development
Improve the scientific and cultural
development and enrich the
collection of references
Significant impact on reducing the
cost of access to resources.

13. Thanks for your Attention