The journey of knowledge: Lessons from CILIP Conference 2025
This report on the 2025 CILIP Conference comes from GIG Bursary winner for the conference, George Jerish Choothamparambil Joseph. George is an  Assistant Librarian at the  University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust. Attending the CILIP Conference 2025  was one of the most anticipated highlights of my professional journey. Widely recognised as one of the largest and most influential gatherings for library and information professionals worldwide, this event provided an unparalleled platform for networking, learning, and critical reflection. From the moment I arrived, the welcoming atmosphere of the venue set the stage for an inspiring and highly recommended experience. I would be happy to express my sincere gratitude to the CILIP Government Information Group for their generous bursary award, without which my attendance would not have been possible. Their support allowed me to fully immerse myself in the conference and benefit from the wealth of opportunities on off...



