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Qatar National Library (QNL) is the host of IFLA's Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Division Committee. In this role, is has a mission to support the development of the field in the region. A great example of this was a recent training programme for Omani students in cutting-edge librarianship. We are grateful to QNL for sharing information about this initiative.
IFLA was represented at the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Conference 2024, engaging with key partners in the EdTech ecosystem to make the case for libraries to be integrated into broader EdTech plans in Africa. We are grateful to Damilare Oyedele for this report.
This document represents a unification of library voices in regard to the Internet, it provides our vision of the Internet we want, it sets out a compelling narrative about the place of libraries in the digital space and provides a series of recommendations for different actors. Of course, we also see the manifesto as an opportunity to ensure that the library voice remains relevant and strong in the international discussions that are shaping the way forward in Internet Governance processes.
The below message was sent by the IFLA President on 31 July 2024 directly to all IFLA Members, affiliates, and volunteers, following the Governing Board meeting of 29 July.
The Hague, Netherlands – 31 July 2024 – The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) has selected Astana, Kazakhstan to host the 2025 World Library and Information Congress.
Last week, we shared an overview of our engagement at the United Nations High-Level Political Forum 2024, focused on building awareness of and support for the work of libraries as development actors. Complementing this, and as part of our drive to share more about the work of our Governing Board members, we're happy to offer a personal perspective Alejandro Santa, one of the GB representatives on the delegation.
Last week, we shared an overview of our engagement at the United Nations High-Level Political Forum 2024, focused on building awareness of and support for the work of libraries as development actors. Complementing this, and as part of our drive to share more about the work of our Governing Board (GB) members, we're happy to offer a personal perspective from Loida Garcia Febo, one of the GB representatives on the delegation.
Welcome to the July 2024 IFLA Newsletter! With United Nations' High-Level Political Forum (HLPF), this month’s newsletter is all about development! ⚙️
IFLA PARL 2024 Annual Conference Registration open.
Next week's meeting of the IFLA Governing Board will discuss WLIC 2025, IFLA's finances, our Strategy for 2024-2029, the Information Futures Summit and more. Read on to find out more, including about how to stay informed.
In the 21st century, the importance of digital literacy and skills has become increasingly evident. These skills are crucial for achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This article by the IFLA Information Literacy (INFOLIT) Section, aligns digital literacy skills to the SDGs.
Dates have been announced for the next set of IFLA Townhalls, providing an opportunity to hear the latest about what is happening at IFLA, and for Members and volunteers to ask your own questions.