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8 March 2018The European Union is in the process of reforming its copyright law. The reforms set out the ambitious goal of bringing the regime up to date with the digital age, with rules affecting libraries and cultural heritage institutions a key part of the dossier. Following the European Commission’s proposal of September 2016 discussions are taking place in the European institutions and are likely to continue at least until the summer of 2018. Continue reading to know more!
7 March 2018Libraries safeguard cultural heritage, and through access to information support the development and wellbeing of their communities, including in times of disaster. IFLA has put together a brief on the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction and what it means for libraries around the world.
6 March 2018Annual Report now final for 2017
2 March 2018Theme: "Genealogy and Local History Collection Development – Challenges and Opportunities"
1 March 2018As calls grow for governments to act quickly on fake news, many seem tempted to create ‘bans’ or regulation. However, simple solutions are rarely the best response to complex problems. At a workshop on fake news with European Commissioner Mariya Gabriel in 27 February, IFLA underlined the weaknesses of regulation, and the importance of education, as a way forwards.
1 March 2018We are excited to announce that entries are now open for the IFLA/Systematic Public Library of the Year Awards . First offered in 2014 the Award is a wonderful opportunity to showcase new public library buildings and associated programs, and consider their impact on the community.
28 February 2018In cooperation with AIB Toscana, AIB Commissione Biblioteche e Servizi per ragazzi, Biblioteche Comunali Fiorentine, DILL International Master Digital Library Learning (Università di Parma), IFLA Standing Committee Libraries for Children and Young Adults: "Let your voice be heard: an invitation to an Italian discussion about the new IFLA guidelines for libraries for children and young adults."
28 February 2018With better suited legislation and business practices, eBooks can continue to play a major role in promoting access to, and enjoyment of, ideas and knowledge.
28 February 2018The February 2018 issue of the Section's newsletter is now available (under Publications).
28 February 2018IFLA works through the NGO Major Group - a network of non-governmental organisations active at the UN - in order to make our voice heard. With SDG 11 - sustainable cities and communities - in focus this year, IFLA has submitted comments for the Major Group's position paper on this essential SDG
27 February 2018IFLA has joined with members from across Europe in signing the Sofia Declaration. This calls on European Union institutions and governments to recognise the importance of documentary heritage, pass forward-looking copyright reforms, and give libraries the support they need to fulfil their potential to support culture, cohesion and connectivity.
27 February 2018Programme for one-day conference on large-scale collaboration strategies and infrastructures to enhance the use of digital heritage collections, 12 April 2018 (Oslo)
27 February 2018IFLA President Glòria Pérez-Salmerón helped lead the celebrations of the 80th anniversary of the National Library and Archives of Iran on 26 February.