A Message from Raman Deep, ISLM Chairperson

“Each year, I am inspired by the creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication of librarians, teachers, and students who take part in International School Library Month. Virtual Connections Around the World is more than a virtual meeting—it is an opportunity to build bridges between young minds, encourage empathy, celebrate cultural diversity, and discover how stories and learning can connect us across borders.

I warmly invite schools, librarians, teachers, and students to participate in ISLM 2026. Let us use the power of libraries, books, conversations, and technology to show our students that learning has no borders and that every connection can become an opportunity to understand the world a little better.”

— Raman Deep
Chairperson, International School Library Month (ISLM)