Anil Zafar

Anil Zafar is an experienced library professional currently serving as a Collection Assistant Librarian at the American University in Dubai since September 2023. Previously, Zafar worked at Next Generation School as a Librarian, focusing on KHDA standards and international library practices. Prior roles also include Chief Librarian at Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari Institute of Technology, participation in the DICE Program as a Fellow at the British Council, and the Founder and Managing Director of Affinity Library. Zafar has held several key positions, including Head Librarian at DHA Suffa University and Director of Bayt-ul-Hikmah Library at Hamdard University, where operational and service management were primary responsibilities. Educational qualifications include a Master of Library & Information Science from Karachi University, an MPhil in Social Sciences from Hamdard University, and further studies in Information Technology and Digital Practices at Preston University and Stuttgart Media University, respectively.