نبذة مختصرة : The widespread use of geographic information and applications has been particularly favoured by the rapid changes and developments in GIS that have been penetrated into citizen’s everyday life. Geographical data has become an integral component of decision-making processes across various sectors, including urban planning, environmental management, and public health. The growth of geographic information and the corresponding demand create the need for libraries to play a central role both in its dissemination through organized collections (e.g. maps, geospatial data) and services, as well as enhancing the geo-skills of their users by organizing geo-information seminars and similar activities. The purpose of this work is to raise awareness amongst librarians to get involved in user education programs aiming to develop the geo-informational skills of their users. Though, the evolving role of libraries in promoting geo-information literacy will be explored, and their central contribution to enhancing the ability of users to understand, interpret and effectively use geospatial data will be examined. Additionally, contemporary methods of geo-informational literacy projects enhancing users' geographical skills used by libraries abroad will be presented. Finally, the paper will highlight the necessary skills that the librarian should have in order to successfully fulfil his/her educational duties.
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