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eliminate SPAM messages to the lists there are some
restrictions that apply to all lists.
A message that does not apply to these restrictions will be blocked:
- The maximum size of any message is 20 000 characters. This is around two A4 pages of typed text.
- Messages should be written in plain text only. No html message can be posted to a list.
- No attachments can be sent on a list. This includes images, MS Office documents, etc.
- Only subscribers to a list can place a message on the list.
Newsletters and other attachments
We are aware that some of the interest groups used to send their newsletters on their list for members to read. This was normally done by attaching the file (MS Word document, PDF file, etc.) to a message on the list.
With the new restrictions, this will not be possible any more.
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The following listserves provide libraries in South Africa with valuable and relevant information.
AFLIB - African Libraries
The aim of AFLIB-L is to be an open forum for African libraries and their colleagues, and to encourage contact and communication among library and information services professionals on the continent and others with an interest in librarianship and information work who are working in Africa or have a strong interest in Africa.
The primary language is English. Messages in French and Portuguese are welcome but members are requested to add a brief summary in English.
Themes
- Discussions to promote intra-African contact, communication and dialogue
- Professional training for capacity building
- Information on current major projects, conferences, and seminars
- Technology applications in Africa
Netiquette
- The list is not open for commercial advertising.
- No attachments or long reports will be accepted.
- Do not reply to the whole list when answering a question
To subscribe:
Post to AFLIB-L@nlsa.ac.za
Leave the subject line open.
In the body of the message type: Subscribe AFLIB-L
Sending Messages
To send a message, post to the moderator at: AFLIB-L@nlsa.ac.za
To unsubscribe:
Post to AFLIB-L@nlsa.ac.za
Leave the subject line open.
In the body of the message type: Unsubscribe AFLIB-L
ASAIB - Association of Southern African Indexers and Bibliographers
The Association of Southern African Indexers and Bibliographers (ASAIB) was formed in 1994 as an independent organisation to serve the interests of Southern African indexers and bibliographers and to promote all aspects of indexing and bibliographic activity. The Association functions as an advisory bureau and information clearing centre. It compiles a Directory of Indexers and Bibliographers in Southern Africa, and liaises with the publishing industry to ensure the maintenance of standards and appropriate fees for its members.
Subscribing to the list:
The list is restricted to ASAIB members. New ASAIB members can e-mail preezm@unisa.ac.za (the preferred option) or burgem@unisa.ac.za to be added to the list.
To Unsubscribe:
Send mail to: asaib-request@mailman.sabinet.co.za
Leave the Subject part of your message clear.
In the message part, type only: unsubscribe asaib
Posting messages to the list:
Only ASAIB members may send messages to the list.
Send mail to: asaib@mailman.sabinet.co.za
Type the text in the text box as with an ordinary e-mail message
Insert a subject in the subject line
Do not send any attachments
To see the collection of prior postings to the list, visit the ASAIB
archive.
IGBIS - Interest Group for Bibliographic Standards
IGBIS (Interest Group for Bibliographic Standards) is a national interest group of LIASA (Library and Information Association of South Africa)
The aim of IGBIS is to promote and facilitate the application of bibliographic standards in South Africa.
The IGBIS Listserv aims to be:
- an informal discussion forum for all IGBIS members to exchange ideas, experiences & expert opinions
- a communication channel between IGBIS management and IGBIS members on a national basis
- a communication channel to inform IGBIS members of developments and issues regarding bibliographic standards
- a means to announce meetings and training opportunities
- a platform whereby IGBIS members will receive a copy of the IGBIS electronic newsletter
Subscribing to the list:
The list is restricted to IGBIS members.
New IGBIS members will automatically be added to the list.
To Unsubscribe:
Send mail to: igbis-request@mailman.sabinet.co.za
Leave the Subject part of your message clear.
In the message part, type only: unsubscribe igbis
Posting messages to the list:
Only IGBIS members may send messages to the list.
Send mail to: igbis@mailman.sabinet.co.za
To see the collection of prior postings to the list, visit the IGBIS Archive.
IUGSA - Innopac Users Group South Africa
The purpose of the IUGSA list listserv:
To optimally utilize knowledge, skills and expertise on the Innopac that is available in South Africa. This will be done by means of question and answer.
Subscribing:
Any member of staff from any of the Innopac institutions may register on the list.
The list will be unmoderated. Experts will be appointed to advise on specific modules.
More information is available at IUGSA List information page.
IVAISLP - Interdepartmental Vocational Association for Information Scientists and Library Personnel
IVAISLP, the acronym for 'Interdepartmental Vocational Association for Information Scientists and Library Personnel' is an organisation aimed at the information officers and library workers in all National Government Departmental Libraries.
The aim of IVAISLP is to co-ordinate and promote the quality of library and information services in the National Government Departmental Libraries by developing, supporting and training library personnel.
The aim of the list is to enhance communication between the library personnel who often work isolated in small libraries and inform the members on forthcoming meetings.
Subscribe / Un subscribe information available from the list information page.
For further information, please contact:
Veronica Kekana
Dept. of Provincial and Local Government Library
Tel: +27 12 334-0618
Fax: +27 12 334-0603
E-mail : veronicak@dplg.gov.za
LACIG
The purpose of the LACIG list listserv:
LACIG is a forum in which library acquisitions (books, serials and electronic resources) professionals and information resource suppliers and publishers may exchange information and ideas, and strive to find solutions to common problems.
More information is available from the LACIG List information page.
LIASA - Library and Information Association of South Africa
The Library and Information Association of South Africa (LIASA) list server provides a forum for discussion and news for members
of LIASA, the wider library and information services community, and others with an interest in librarianship and information work in South Africa.
Purpose of LIASA Online:
- Provide a question and answer forum to promote communication, debate and dialogue
- Exchange of ideas about continuing professional development issues, discussion and debate
- Promote ideas and themes relevant to library and information sector
- Put up announcements about events, activities and happenings
- Communicate news about LIASA Interest Groups
- Inform the Library and Information sector about vacancies and posts
Posting messages to the list:
Send an email to the address: liasaonline@sabinet.co.za
Insert subject in the subject line
Do not send any attachments
The body of the text must be a maximum of two pages, anything longer will not be accepted
How to subscribe:
Only LIASA members will be allowed to send information, but non-LIASA members can subscribe to receive the latest news.
LIASA members are automatically subscribed.
Non-LIASA members:
Subscribe
MARC - Machine Readable Cataloguing
The MARC e-list is an open, lightly moderated mailing list, maintained by MARC@NLSA, the official MARC office in South Africa, situated at the National Library.
The purpose of this e-list is to serve as a central point for the receipt and distribution of information regarding MARC formats, as well as acting as a forum for discussion regarding the use and application of, specifically, MARC 21.
Topics addressed on this e-list have been divided into three categories:
- NEWS: general items that have specific relevance to the South African MARC community.
- FORMAT: problems and queries the MARC community have regarding the use and application of MARC 21.
- ANNOUNCEMENTS: regarding MARC courses and workshops, technical notices from the MARC office at the Library of Congress, etc.
Subscribers are welcome to send any items relevant to the above categories for inclusion on this e-list. To do so, post to the moderator at: marc@nlsa.ac.za
To subscribe: post to marc@nlsa.ac.za. Leave the subject line open. In the body of the message type: Subscribe MARC
To unsubscribe: post to marc@nlsa.ac.za. Leave the subject line open. In the body of the message type: Unsubscribe MARC
For further information contact:
Nikki Potgieter – list moderator
National Library of South Africa
Tel: +27 12 3218931 ext 130
Fax: +27 12 3255702
E-mail: Nikki.Potgieter@nlsa.ac.za
OSALL - Organisation of South African Law Libraries
OSALL is the Organisation of South African Law Libraries. The mission statement is "OSALL aims to link and support everyone interested in law librarianship in South Africa".
The listserv address is listserv@osall.org.za.
This is available to OSALL members for the exchange of information and networking. It is not available to persons / companies advertising commercial products.
The OSALL webpage can be found on at the following address:
http://www.osall.org.za/
Instructions on how to join the listserv are available on the webpage.
SAIUG - South African Inmagic Users Group
The aim of the SA Inmagic User Group listserv is to serve as:
- An informal discussion forum for Inmagic Users about collection development issues. Issues include discussions about current projects, problems experienced by members in using specific products or news and tips about products or projects (old and new).
- A communication channel for Mindex to inform users of developments and news as a group. Opinions about products can be expressed freely.
- The Inmagic User Group listserv is an unmoderated list and membership is open to all users of Inmagic products. The list owner is a member of the SAIUG committee.
How to subscribe and for more information visit the
SAIUG List information page.
SLIS - Special Libraries & Information Services Group
The purpose of the SLIS list listserv:
SLIS is a vibrant network of people involved in the provision of information services within specific subject fields.
The purpose of the listserv is to act as a communication mechanism between all interested parties.
Please use it to share idees, comments and most importantly information.
Subscribing:
More information is available at SLIS List information page.
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