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Anastasia KobzarenkoDirector General of the State Institution “National Library of Ukraine for Children”, Kyiv, Hero of Ukraine.
Date of Birth: 08.05.1934
Country:  Ukraine |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Professional Career
- Leadership at the National Library
- Recognition and Honors
- Legacy
Early Life and Education
Oleksandra Havrylyuk was born on May 8, 1934, in the rural village of Reizerove, Poltava Oblast, Ukraine. After graduating high school, she pursued further education at the Dnipropetrovsk Technical College of Cultural Education and subsequently the Kharkiv State Institute of Culture.
Professional Career
Havrylyuk held various positions throughout her career. She served as a librarian at the Kryvyi Rih City Library, head librarian at the House of Officers Library in Kaunas, Lithuania, and inspector at the Lykhovo District Department of Culture in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Her most significant role came as the Director-General of the National Library of Ukraine for Children.
Leadership at the National Library
As Director-General of the National Library of Ukraine for Children, Havrylyuk played a vital role in its development and modernization. She spearheaded innovative initiatives to promote reading, literacy, and cultural education among children. Under her leadership, the library became a center of excellence for children's literature and a hub for the exchange of ideas and best practices in the field of children's librarianship.
Recognition and Honors
Havrylyuk was recognized for her exceptional contributions to the field of library science. She was bestowed the distinguished title of "Hero of Ukraine" and served as President of the Ukrainian Association of Children's Library Workers. Additionally, she was repeatedly elected as a deputy to the Moscow and Soviet District Councils of Deputies in Kyiv.
Legacy
Oleksandra Havrylyuk's unwavering dedication to children's education and literacy has left an enduring legacy. Her leadership and vision transformed the National Library of Ukraine for Children into a beacon of knowledge and inspiration for countless young minds. Her passion for fostering a love of reading and cultural enrichment continues to shape the lives of children and librarians alike.
