Organisation

CERL is guided by a dedicated community of librarians and experts who ensure the Consortium continues to support research and collaboration across Europe and beyond. The Secretariat, led by the Chair, works closely with the Treasurer, Secretary, and Executive Manager to manage CERL’s day-to-day operations and support its members.

The Board of Directors provides overall guidance and makes decisions on CERL’s strategic direction, while the Executive Committee, delegated by the Members, coordinates ongoing projects, databases, and services. Both bodies collaborate to ensure that CERL’s activities are well-organised, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of its members.

CERL also benefits from the knowledge and experience of Partners, CERL Emeriti, and Advisors, who contribute specialist expertise and support research projects, and from its Hosting Partners, who provide essential technical infrastructure and guidance for CERL’s databases and digital resources.

Together, these groups form a dynamic network that fosters collaboration, develops resources, and advances research into Europe’s printed and written heritage. Find out more about their roles and responsibilities here.

A list of CERL Directors from 1996 is available here.