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The temperature in Athens stayed hot all throughout a packed week of learning, reflection, discussion and inspiration as IFLA’s World Library and Information Congress 2019 concluded.
Just endorsed by the Professional Committee: Guidelines on Public Internet Access in Libraries and Guidelines for Setting Up a Digital Unification Project
GIOPS featured in ALA's American Libraries
During the Closing Session on 29 August, IFLA President Glòria Pérez-Salmerón and IFLA Professional Committee Chair Raissa Teodori conferred the following honours and awards...
After years of IFLA engagement at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), discussions have reached a key moment.
The internet has created unprecedented new opportunities to find, use and share information. Libraries around the world have been quick to offer access to it as a key part of their service to users.
New publications highlight the broad spectrum of IFLA’s activities.
Preserving, maintaining, and giving access to heritage represents a key pillar of the work of libraries worldwide. With the new IFLA Strategy, there is a strong commitment to building IFLA’s work in enhancing professional practice, building connections, and ensuring effective advocacy at all levels.
More data, stories and country profiles are now available on the Library Map of the World (LMW) to help to support your advocacy work.
Lambrakis Hall in the Megaron Athens International Conference Centre came alive on Sunday 25 August, as more than 3600 delegates from 140 countries vied for a spot in Greece’s premier convention venue to experience the official opening of the 85th IFLA General Conference and Assembly.
The IFLA Global Vision Ideas Store now hosts thousands of ideas shared by librarians from all over the world...
IFLA continues to encourage libraries to work with the United Nations 2030 Agenda as a means of getting to the heart of policy discussions.
Full transcript of the President's address given at the Opening Session on Sunday, 25 August 2019
Full transcript of the Secretary General’s speech given at the Opening Session on Sunday, 25 August 2019
As it turns 20, IFLA’s Statement on Libraries and Intellectual Freedom retains its power as a reference point for libraries looking to promote their values.
Enrich your WLIC experience by meeting the committee, networking with others in the field and staying up to date with the work of IFLA across the Library Profession!
Concerning Motion 11.3: Motion to hold the election of the 10th member of the Governing Board...
All are welcome!
This year’s IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) will again be live streamed. With an even larger offer than in previous years, you will be able to access 11 key sessions from our diverse and world-class programme.