IFLA World Library and Information Congress 89th IFLA General Conference and Assembly
The IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) is the international flagship professional and trade event for the library and information services sector. The 2025 Congress will be held in Astana, Kazakhstan from 18–22 August.
IFLA WLIC is the leading international conference focused on our profession’s commitment to high-quality library and information services and access to information. With a unique power to catalyse energy and growth in host countries and regions, as well as to offer new perspectives for all participants, IFLA WLIC 2025 in Astana will provide an exceptional opportunity for discovery and learning for colleagues in a unique region of the world with a rich cultural history.
The WLIC in Astana enjoys local and national Government support, engagement from librarians across all sectors, plus great commitment and enthusiasm throughout the country. The event will facilitate the exchange of experience and best practice between local, regional and international members of the profession, thereby providing useful insights and global comparisons to advance library innovation at home. Furthermore, contacts made at WLIC will last a lifetime and greatly enhance personal professional development.
Come on a journey to expand your professional network, retool your skills or reframe your thinking. Attend events and presentations, participate in workshops, conversations and problem-solving sessions—and leave ready to inspire your sector to innovate sustainable solutions.
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