Library – National Institute of Social Development: NISD

Join us at the Library Services as we champion knowledge and foster a love for learning in our community. Together, we aim to create an inclusive space where everyone can access information, develop critical skills, and explore their passions. Let’s work hand in hand to cultivate a future where literacy and lifelong learning empower individuals to navigate the complexities of the modern world.

Vision

At the Centre for IT Services, our vision is to equip individuals with the digital literacy and skills necessary to navigate and excel in an increasingly digital world. We believe in fostering a community where everyone, regardless of background, has the tools and knowledge to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital landscape

Mission

Our mission is to provide equal access to technology, digital skills, and resources, empowering individuals of all backgrounds to participate fully in the digital society. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can harness the benefits of technology for personal, educational, and professional development.

SERVICES OFFERED

Reference Service

The main library provides the following facilities for reference. Reading rooms and Student discussion room.

Borrowing Facility

NISD Staff and students are entitled to borrow books from the library after obtaining the library membership.
More details are available under – Library Guide Line.

Circulation Services

Circulation Services provides prompt and friendly service to the community of the NISD in lending library materials.
Additionally, staff members are responsible for handling inquiries, answering questions, maintaining the collections, and study spaces.

Book Reserving Facility

Reservation facility is available for any registered member. Contact library counter staff to reserve a book (0112256085). Members have to produce their library membership card to get the reservation done. Reserved materials are kept at the counter for a period of three days.

Regional Centre Libraries

NISD Libraries are functioning in Anuradhapura, Ampara and Kilinochchi Branches

Inquiry Service

Academic inquiries are welcome from library users over the phone, email etc. Relevant Bibliographic information, printed or e-articles, books, etc. are supplied to users on their requests. Library users can forward their academic queries to the library by sending an email to inquiries-lib@nisd.ac.lk

Photocopying Facility

The photocopying service is available at the main library and regional centre libraries for the following rates.
A4 size single side – Rs. 9.00;
A4 size both sides – Rs. 10.00.
It should be noted that the facility is available for the students to copy from the library materials while strictly adhering to the copyright laws.