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Thanks to their ability to make access to knowledge, information and culture both real and meaningful, libraries have a huge role to play in social development. We urge governments and others not to leave this potential unrealised.
As part of the Qatar National Library's (QNL) continuous efforts to foster regional engagement in science communication and literacy, the Science Book Forum (SBF) — organized by the Qatar National Library in collaboration with the IFLA MENA Regional Office — continues to reach new audiences across the Arab region.
IFLA has engaged for many years in the work of the World Intellectual Property Organisation’s (WIPO) Standing Committee on Copyright and Related Rights (SCCR). Through this, we have looked to realise the unique potential of WIPO to raise standards of protection for libraries and their users, as well as to provide clarity around cross-border collaboration.
IFLA MLAS Sets Strategic Priorities for 2025–2027 Aligned with IFLA Strategy and the IFLA 100th Anniversary The IFLA Management of Library Associations Section (MLAS) is pleased to share news about its priority areas for 2025–2027 and its upcoming 2026 Midterm Meeting. Inspired by the IFLA Trend Report and its Futures Thinking approach, MLAS takes a forward-looking view—helping library associations prepare for and shape diverse possible futures. MLAS has identified its key areas of focus for the new term, setting a clear direction to help strengthen library associations worldwide, in line with its charge, while contributing to the achievement of the IFLA Strategy 2024–2029 and its three Impact Areas. MLAS also expects to frame its work within the celebrations of the IFLA 100th Anniversary, recognizing the centenary as an opportunity to highlight the evolution, resilience, and future of library associations within IFLA’s global community.
After years of committed work and collaboration, the former IFLA LGBTQ Users Special Interest Group (SIG) has now officially become the IFLA LGBTQ+ Matters Section. This marks an important step in IFLA’s ongoing efforts to strengthen inclusion, equity, and diversity across the library field.
Following a first part released on the International Day for the Universal Access to Information, IFLA has now released the full version of its report into how governments are working with information as they work to implement the Sustainable Development Goals. This underlines the potential value of a stronger and more coordinated approach to knowledge collection, management, sharing and use at the global level.
The Professional Council is calling for four members at large to join the IFLA Journal Editorial Committee for a term of four years (renewable once) from 2026-2029.
The Hague, Netherlands – 23 October 2025 – The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) has selected London, United Kingdom to host the 2027 World Library and Information Congress.
Building upon the EALS guidelines for Guidelines for Libraries Supporting Displaced Persons, the EBLIDA Library Bridges (LiBri) project is making steady progress in its mission to support the inclusion and integration of third-country nationals across Europe by harnessing the power of libraries and local partnerships.
En un gesto que subraya el creciente reconocimiento de las bibliotecas como pilares para el desarrollo cultural y social, la Federación Internacional de Asociaciones de Bibliotecarios y Bibliotecas de América Latina y el Caribe (IFLA LAC) fue invitada a participar como institución observadora en la 37ª reunión del Consejo Ministerial Iberoamericano del Libro y la Lectura. English translation follows.
At the 2025 IFLA World Library and Information Congress in Astana, library leaders from across the globe gathered to address a pressing question: How can libraries defend democratic values and intellectual freedom during an era of political polarization, censorship threats, and digital transformation?
Help the UN Department of Global Communications identify good practices on addressing the impact of misinformation and disinformation on achieving the SDGs. Share what your library or associations is doing to counter mis/disinformation as it applies to any topic related to sustainable development.
Call for contributions for the IFLAPARL Newsletter December issue
We are pleased to invite you to collaborate with the SIG Library History (LibHist SIG) as co-opted members (2025-2027).
We are pleased to invite you to collaborate with the SIG Library History (LibHist SIG) as co-opted members (2025-2027).