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Library Map of the World 2018 update
14 March 2018As we move forward with the Library Map of the World development, we would like to inform you about the upcoming activities in which we are going to need your engagement.
Notice of IFLA 2018 General Assembly and Call for Agenda Items
14 March 2018The IFLA 2018 General Assembly will be held during the IFLA World Library and Information Congress 2018, 84th IFLA General Conference and Assembly, in the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
IFLA LRM is the subject of this year's Lectio magistralis at Florence University
9 March 2018Pat Riva was invited to deliver the Lectio magistralis in Library Science at the University of Florence on March 6th, 2018. She spoke about IFLA's new standard, the IFLA Library Reference Model.
Deadline Extended! Satellite Meeting: Call for Papers Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Thursday 23 August 2018
9 March 2018Women and Libraries: Marking International Women's Day
9 March 2018Women are central to the well-being of any society. In turn, meaningful access to information and the defence of cultural rights is central to the empowerment of women. Meeting these needs is a major contribution of the library field.
European copyright reform: where do we stand?
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!
Disaster Risk Response – A brief on Libraries and the Sendai Framework
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.
Acquisition and Collection Development Section Annual Report for 2017-Finalized February 2018
6 March 2018Annual Report now final for 2017
Call for Papers — "Genealogy and Local History Section joint with Asia and Oceania Section and Rare Books and Special Collections Section" Open Sessions
2 March 2018Theme: "Genealogy and Local History Collection Development – Challenges and Opportunities"
Smart Cities need Smart Citizens: IFLA Calls for Access to Information at Regional SDG Meetings
1 March 2018Education before Regulation: IFLA Engages at Fake News Workshop
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.
Deadline Extended! GIOPS Call for Papers 2018 - Global eGovernment: Trust, Transparency, & Transformation
1 March 2018Entries for IFLA/Systematic Public Library of the Year Now Open
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.
Let your voice be heard: an invitation to a discussion in Florence
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."