Webinar on Copyright and Intellectual Property in the Digital Age
The African Library and Information Associations and Institutions (AfLIA), through its Public and Community Library Section, is pleased to invite librarians, information professionals, educators, and other stakeholders to a one-day webinar on copyright in the digital environment.
The webinar will feature two expert presentations:
- The Importance of Copyright in the Digital Age: Safeguarding Intellectual Property for Sustainable Development in Africa
- Protecting Intellectual Property in the Digital Age
In today’s technology-driven world, information is created, shared, and reused more rapidly than ever before. Copyright plays a critical role in protecting the rights of creators, encouraging innovation, and ensuring that knowledge is used fairly and responsibly. This webinar will provide practical insights into how copyright supports sustainable development and how individuals and institutions can protect intellectual property in the digital age.
Why You Should Attend
Participants will gain:
- A clear understanding of copyright and intellectual property concepts
- Practical knowledge on protecting digital content and creative works
- Insights into copyright issues affecting libraries, education, and research
- An appreciation of the role of copyright in promoting innovation and sustainable development in Africa
Who Should Attend
This webinar is relevant for:
- Public and community librarians
- Library and information professionals
- Teachers and lecturers
- Researchers and students
- Authors and content creators
- Policy makers and development practitioners
Join us for this timely and informative webinar to strengthen your understanding of copyright and its importance in the digital era.
Date: Tuesday, 2nd June, 2026
Time: 10:00 UTC | 11:00 WAT | 12:00 CAT / SAST | 13:00 EAT
Registration
Please click the registration button to sign up for the webinar. Once you register, you will receive reminders and updates about the event.
Speakers
Dr. A. K. Peters, Nigerian Researcher, Publisher & Educator
Presentation topic : Importance of Copyright in the Digital Age: safeguarding intellectual property for sustainable development in Africa
Dr. Mrs. Ijeoma Egbunike, Dir. Public Affairs, Dept of Nigerian Copyright Commission.
Presentation topic: Protecting Intellectual Property in the Digital Age
Technical requirements
After registration, reminders will be sent periodically to all participants. The webinar will be hosted on the Zoom Conferencing Platform. Participants who do not already have Zoom on their devices should download, install, and create an account ahead of time (CLICK TO DOWNLOAD).
Participants are encouraged to join at least 15 minutes before the start of the session to allow time to launch the application and test their connection. The speaker will connect using a webcam, and audio and video will be streamed through computer speakers. For the best experience, participants are encouraged to use a headset or earpiece.
Webinar materials
A list of resources and additional information will be shared at the end of the webinar to support deeper engagement with the topic. All registrants will have access to the presentation slides. The webinar recording will be uploaded to the AfLIA YouTube Channel after the event to support continued learning for both attendees and non-attendees. Please note that certificates of participation will not be issued for this webinar.
Enquiries
For further enquiries or assistance related to this webinar, please contact: afliacomm@aflia.net