BRIEF HISTORY
Having obtained the approval of the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, the Institute for Library and Information Management (ILIM) was established on 1 July 1996 by the renowned professional and BCS Education Cadre officer Mr. S. M. Shamsuzzaman (1956–2020), with the aim of developing skilled library professionals in Bangladesh. In fact, ILIM was the first government-approved and National University–affiliated non-governmental institute for Library and Information Science education in the country. Cherishing his father’s legacy and devotion to ILIM, Mr. Md. Ridwanur Rahman—a creator of pyramidal poems and an independent researcher—founded ILIM Press on 29 April 2023. To be frank, ILIM Press is solely owned by Md. Ridwanur Rahman and has no official connection with the Institute for Library and Information Management (ILIM) by any means. Furthermore, ILIM Press is a non-commercial Bangladeshi publisher primarily dedicated to publishing eBooks. All books available on its website can be downloaded free of cost. The main purpose of this publishing platform is not only to promote its remarkable eBooks but also to provide valuable support for researchers.
ILIM Press – Official Profile
Founded: 29 April 2023
Founder: Mr. Md. Ridwanur Rahman
Type: Non-commercial Digital Publishing Platform
Country: Bangladesh
Overview:
ILIM Press is a non-commercial Bangladeshi publishing platform dedicated to promoting open access to knowledge and digital education. Established by Mr. Md. Ridwanur Rahman on 29 April 2023, the platform focuses primarily on publishing high-quality eBooks that are freely available through its official website. Driven by a mission to support researchers, students, and knowledge seekers, ILIM Press emphasizes academic integrity, intellectual freedom, and the democratization of information. Its publications cover a wide range of fields, reflecting a commitment to educational advancement and scholarly collaboration.
Mission:
To make quality knowledge and research resources freely accessible to all, fostering a culture of learning and intellectual growth.
Vision:
To become a leading open-access digital publisher in Bangladesh, recognized for empowering education through freely available, reliable, and innovative publications.
Core Values:
- Open Access and Free Knowledge
- Academic Support and Collaboration
- Integrity and Transparency
- Digital Innovation in Publishing
The respected members of ILIM Press are as follows:
(1) Mr. Md. Ridwanur Rahman (Founder Chairperson)
(2) Ms. Mariam Sardar (Vice-Chairperson)
(3) Ms. Sufia Begum (Donor Member)
(4) Dr. Mehedi Hasan Munna
(5) Dr. Nawshin Sabrina
(6) Zunairah Binte Mehedi
(7) Mr. Abdul Hayee Sameni
(8) Mr. Abdul Khaleque Sardar
(9) Mr. Wasim Feroz Mishu
(10) Mr. Nazmus Sadat Noman