IFLA Newsletter, May 2025: Supporting library workers
29 May 2025In May's edition of the IFLA newsletter, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting library workers.
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Stronger, bolder, together: an invitation
28 May 2025Radical change requires radical action from libraries, in their advocacy and practice. Come to one of our launchpad sessions, ahead of the President and President-elect’s sessions at our Congress, to hear ideas, insights and inspiration, and generate your own!
Empowering Library Workers in the Digital Age: Revised IFLA CPD Guidelines
28 May 2025In our rapidly evolving digital landscape, accessible continuing professional development (CPD) is crucial for library professionals. The IFLA Continuing Professional Development and Workplace Learning (CPDWL) Section is pleased to share updates on the revision of the IFLA Guidelines for Continuing Professional Development: Principles and Best Practices, a vital resource designed to empower library workers worldwide.
New and emerging library workers
27 May 2025Rapidly evolving societies require transformations in the library and information science field. As this area develops, the library profession has adapted and renewed itself, and the list of its competencies expands ensuring their compliance with the levels of development of specialists in response to the challenges of the time. As a result, research and foresight sessions are conducted in many countries across the globe; their purpose is to determine trends in library and information education, the role of librarians and libraries in the future.
IFLA releases its Code of Conduct for Volunteers to uphold ethical standards
27 May 2025IFLA is pleased to announce the official release of the IFLA Code of Conduct for Volunteers, a comprehensive framework designed to guide ethical behaviour, professionalism and accountability across all levels of the Federation.
Fostering a dialogical culture of developing and documenting new ideas at workplace: A call for graduates to join IFLA NPSIG dialogue-driven forums
27 May 2025While it is a known fact that informal engagements are considered as viable ways of expressing views freely as opposed to formal meetings, dialogue-centred forums seem to be reaping benefits. Read how the IFLA New Professionals Special Interest Group uses forums for dialogue and discussion around issues facing new professionals.
New Professionals: The modern library worker
27 May 2025The modern library worker is evolving into a dynamic, adaptive professional fueled by the digital revolution and global collaboration. Today's professionals are no longer limited to traditional work; they are navigating an environment in which advanced research capabilities, technology fluency, and community-centered values intersect.
Social Workers in Public Libraries: Creating Powerful Community Connections
27 May 2025Many public libraries have evolved into vital community hubs where people experiencing homelessness, unemployment, mental health challenges, and various forms of social exclusion seek assistance. In response to these expanding needs, some libraries worldwide are establishing innovative programs that integrate social workers into their service models.
New IFLA ARL Blog post: “Navigating the Future: Key Trends in Academic Libraries for 2024”
26 May 2025Membership renewal is underway – Keep your access and impact going
21 May 2025We’re excited to share that our annual IFLA membership renewal season is in full swing! We are so grateful to the many members who have already reaffirmed their commitment to our dynamic, global network.
Adapting and Adopting: Initiatives from Türkiye to implement the IFLA Strategy
16 May 2025Based on IFLA's Strategy for 2024-2029, Merve Yavuzdemir created a roadmap for public libraries in Türkiye. We asked her about her experiences and lessons for others. Find out about her experience, as well as new translations of the Strategy that you can use.
Listen to this podcast episode on libraries and AI literacy !🎙️
15 May 2025We invite you to listen to this new episode, part of the 'Beyond the Shelves' podcast series from the IATUL (International Association of University Libraries). AI is everywhere around us these days, and it's changing how we live, work and learn. But how do we make sure that everyone has the skills to keep up? Whether you're a librarian, educator, policy maker, or just curious about it, we invite you to tune in and hear about how libraries are stepping up to help communities and bridge the AI literacy gap.
Standing up and speaking out: calling for responses to our 2025 Regional Advocacy Priorities Survey
15 May 2025Help inform and shape IFLA’s advocacy work in the coming years, as well as contributing to a snapshot of the field and its priorities to support the work of colleagues globally. Deadline: 22 June.
Europe Regional Division Committee mid-term meeting, Istanbul
14 May 2025On 12th and 13th of May 2025 the Europe Regional Division Committee organised its mid-term meeting focusing on collaboration opportunities under the theme "Regional Cooperation in the Library Field in Europe". The meeting took place in Istanbul, Türkiye.
IFLA PressReader International Marketing Award Winners 2025
14 May 2025The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), in collaboration with PressReader, is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 IFLA PressReader International Marketing Award. This award celebrates exceptional library marketing campaigns that showcase innovation, impact, and community engagement. This year, we were thrilled to receive almost 100 outstanding and diverse submissions from around the world.
IFLA FAIFE message on the threats to information freedom in the United States
14 May 2025IFLA's Advisory Committee on Freedom of Access to Information and Freedom of Expression is tracking closely developments in the United States that affect information freedom, which pose a systemic risk to the global information environment.