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7 May 2024NLB has been working with public and private partners since April 2023 to explore innovative ways of leveraging technologies to engage our patrons in Singapore stories and connect them to our rich history. One such approach is the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) for new ways that our users can engage with Singapore content and foster stronger connections to our history. These endeavours also contribute to Singapore's approach of using “AI for the Public Good”, where technologies, including AI, can be used as a transformational force for good.
7 May 2024SINU.lib.net is the premier learning space of the Solomon Islands National University Library (SINU-LIB), established in 2013 as the hub of three campus libraries of Kukum, Panatina, and Ranadi – disseminating pioneer scholarly services via printed and digital resources.
7 May 2024The Gonzalez Hall is the seat of library administration in the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman campus. It was completed in 1950 just when the first buildings in UP Diliman were being built as part of the post-war reconstruction efforts in the country.
7 May 2024"Following this training, now I have a clear understanding of how to implement structured programs that align with the SDGs and how to accurately measure and evaluate their impact on the community.”
7 May 2024The IFLA Bibliography Section is pleased to publish the recording of its webinar “Building a National Bibliography: Models from Around the World” held on 30 April 2024.
7 May 2024Malaysia will host CONSAL XIX in 2025, marking the first in-person meeting after a seven-year gap. The theme for CONSAL XIX is Inclusive Knowledge: Bridging Divides, Empowering All with the tagline Leveraging Inclusivity, Empowering Humanity. The theme focuses on inclusivity through the practice of providing equal access and resources to all. It promotes the belief that knowledge and empowerment should be accessible to everyone. The emphasis is on bridging the various divides that exists, be it socioeconomic, cultural, technological, or any other forms of divide seen or unseen.
7 May 2024The INCITE in Conversation webinar series, organised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA), invites one or several of the authors from the most recent edition of INCITE magazine to talk about the topics covered in their articles.
7 May 2024Within the Asia-Oceania region, we have a lot to be proud of in the work of colleagues. We are where some of the most innovative, exciting initiatives in the global library field are taking place, ranging from applications of the latest technology to finding ways to offer library services in the face of challenges.
There is so much to share with the global library field, and so much to contribute to the discussion about how we can respond to, and engage with trends in the knowledge and information environment.
This is exactly what we’re hoping to do at the IFLA Information Futures Summit.
7 May 2024This is the message IFLA's Asia-Oceania Regional Office Manager
7 May 2024This is a message from IFLA's Asia-Oceania Regional Division Committee Chair.
7 May 2024The recording from the latest IFLA ENSULIB Webinar on "Sustainability – Bringing Nature and Communities into the Libraries" is now available via our YouTube channel.
6 May 2024Join us at the 6th UNIMARC User’s Group Meeting , 12th November 2024 (Maribor, Slovenia/Online) with theme Charting the Course: Future-Forward Cataloguing with UNIMARC.
6 May 2024The program of the IFLA Social Sciences Libraries’ webinar Systematic Review Success: An Introductory Workshop for Librarians & Information Professionals has been published!
What we will discuss:
• Systematic Review in the Realm of Social Science
• Implementing an Interdisciplinary Systematic Review Service
• Conducting Systematic Reviews in a Limited Resourced Country: A Namibian Experience
• Large Language Models for Writing Scientific Reviews
4 May 2024Summary of 4th AI in ibraries symposium - Chile
2 May 2024The "Public Library of the Year" award is presented by the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) with the aim of honouring new public libraries. Baker & Taylor is proud new main sponsor of the award.
2 May 2024Here is the latest IFLA Academic & Research Libraries (ARL) Section blog post, titled "Academic and Research Libraries Serving the Needs of Mixed Race Students, Faculty and Staff"
30 April 2024Welcome to the April 2024 edition of the IFLA Newsletter, this month focused on the Internet we want.
29 April 2024Recent technological developments have revolutionized the field of librarianship, as in every other field. Studies show that artificial intelligence can improve many library services such as reference services, document distribution and resource sharing, bookshelves and shelf reading, cataloging, and metadata creation In this webinar will also discuss personalized recommendations for library users based on their research habits and interests and all applications of AI in library complex service areas.
29 April 2024IFLA Headquarters joined partners from UNESCO representing civil society and beyond at the 16th International Forum of NGOs in Official Partnership with UNESCO. This was held in person from 15‐16 April 2024 in Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire) with the theme, “Sustainable Cultures”.
26 April 2024This year, IFLA will finalise its next Strategy. Following five surveys of our members and volunteers, we're now proud to share a first full draft, as approved for sharing by the Governing Board. Now it's over to you - let us know what you think by 11 June!