After attending my first conference organised by the Library Association of Ireland earlier this year and being all enthusiastic after listening to all of the speakers I decided to sign up. First of all I tried to register online but that facility wasn't working so I printed out the form and sent it off by snail mail. Unfortunately I had attempted to pay the membership fee online so instead of taking €60 it took €180 from my visa card. The only contact I have ever had from the LAI was to arrange a refund of €120, I never received a receipt, a membership card, an email or any acknowledgement that I was a paid up member...very disappointing. Is this the same for everybody?
Since starting the MLIS I have been allowed to join CILIP in the UK for free! I was able to register online with no problems, its early days but I will keep you posted.
Looking forward to hearing how you get on with CILIP. Keep us posted! #Rudai23
ReplyDeleteWithin a week of applying to CILIP I received an introduction pack in the post with a membership card and every week they send me an email update....and all for free as I'm classed as a student!
DeleteLooking forward to hearing how you get on with CILIP. Keep us posted! #Rudai23
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