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Recording now available: OSSAC open session at WLIC2025, Astana Kazakhstan

IFLA Green Library Award 2026: Call for Submissions

IFLA Newsletter, September 2025: Celebrating cultures

In the September 2025 IFLA Newsletter, we highlight the celebration of cultures and cultural heritage, emphasizing the vital role of libraries as essential pillars of public infrastructure.

A Case for a Concerted Approach to Knowledge and Information in SDG Delivery

Timed to coincide with the celebrations of this year's International Day for the Universal Access to Information, IFLA has published the first part of a review of the treatment of knowledge and information in delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals, based on the 38 Voluntary National Reviews submitted by UN Member States this year. 

Africa Climate Summit: Building partnerships and supporting the development of the library field

The IFLA Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Division Committee (SSA RDC), in partnership with the Climate Heritage Network (CHN) Africa and Arab States Secretariat, successfully convened two high-level side events during the African Climate Summit 2 (ACS2) in Addis Ababa, followed by a capacity-building workshop hosted at Addis Ababa University.

Out Now: October 2025 issue of IFLA Journal – Special Issue on Artificial Intelligence (AI): Transforming Global Librarianship

Bringing together 18 original contributions from around the world, the issue examines how AI is reshaping library services, information literacy, policy, and professional practice across diverse contexts.

IFLA at UNESCO MONDIACULT 2025

MONDIACULT is the world’s biggest cultural policy conference. IFLA is excited to participate and bring the perspective of the global library field into this critical debate.

QIMAM awardees share their transformative experience as at IFLA WLIC 2025

Following the IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC 2025) in Astana, Kazakhstan, the QIMAM awardees reflect on their experiences and share key insights gained from their participation. Read on to learn more!

RELINDIAL reflects on its decade of work

As of August 2025, the RELINDIAL SIG concludes its twelve years of activity. Its work in promoting dialogue between religions via libraries has been valued by the IFLA community.

LISDEV moves forward within SET

The Library and Information Studies Education in Developing Countries Special Interest Group (LISDEV SIG) of IFLA will be closing, with its work and activities now taken on by the IFLA Section on Education and Training (SET). This change strengthens SET’s efforts around LIS education in developing countries and will enhance the impact of ongoing initiatives.

Job opportunity: Business Development Manager

Are you an experienced Business Development Manager? If you are looking for a change and are brilliant at what you do, read on! Closing date: 15 October 2025.

Interested in contributing to Metadata Standards? Join one of IFLA's Review Groups as a Co-opted Member

Now Available: IFLA Asia and Oceania Regional Newsletter – September 2025

The third issue of 2025 of the IFLA Asia and Oceania Regional Division Newsletter includes editorials from the Chair of the Asia-Oceania Regional Division Committee, the Manager of the Regional Office for Asia and Oceania, and news from IFLA, the region and beyond.

Webinar on Leadership and Engagement of African Librarians and Archivists

On September 10, 2025, the President of IFLA, along with two members of the IFLA Management of Library Associations Section, spoke at a webinar in French organized by associations from Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, Benin, and Gabon. Here is a report from the event written by IFLA MLAS Information Coordinator, Adama Kone, who organized the event. As a global organization, IFLA supports multilingualism and the engagement of libraries and institutions from different regions of the world. Therefore, IFLA MLAS is very proud to support these types of efforts.

Call for ENSULIB Newsletter Articles (For the December 2025 Issue)

Report from MLAS Open Session @ WLIC 2025: Successful Strategies for Library Advocacy and Financial Sustainability

Building on the MLAS news item published on August 20 summarizing MLAS activities at the World Library and Information Congress 2025, here is a more detailed report graciously written by Helen Voldner, President of the Norwegian Library Association and a member of the IFLA MLAS. 

QNL Celebrates Qatar’s Contribution to the IFLA Library Map of the World

Qatar National Library (QNL) organised and hosted a workshop at its premises, celebrating Qatar’s successful contribution to the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) Library Map of the World, with discussions centred on measuring and demonstrating the impact of library services. Read more.

Honoring 200 Years of the Java War: Preserving Prince Diponegoro’s Legacy in the Digital Age through the National Library of Indonesia’s Commitment to SDG 11

In 2025, the National Library of Indonesia commemorated 200 years of the Java War with Martabat, a month-long program honoring Prince Diponegoro through exhibitions, publications, performances, and digital initiatives, including a global virtual showcase on Google Arts & Culture. Anchored in SDG 11 (heritage preservation), these efforts ensure Diponegoro’s legacy of dignity and resilience continues to inspire present and future generations.

Legal Deposit and Its Contribution to The Sustainable Development Goals

The National Library of Indonesia’s legal deposit system safeguards cultural memory while directly supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 11 (heritage preservation) and SDG 4 (quality education). By preserving published works and promoting initiatives like the “Best Book Selection,” NLI strengthens civilisation, education, and research for present and future generations