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Call for Nominations for Academic and Research Libraries Section Travel Grant now open!

The yearly Academic and Research Libraries (ARL) Section and Ex Libris and SAGE sponsored call for nominations for travel grant is now open.

IFLA, EIFL release report on the impacts of public access

The latest report from the Dynamic Coalition on Public Access in Libraries, led by IFLA and EIFL, brings together key resources that explain the difference that public access in libraries can make, as well as offering hints and insights that can help drive evaluation of similar efforts. 

IFLA ARL Newsletter issue # 3

IFLA ARL Newsletter issue # 2

IFLA ARL Newsletter issue # 1

Interview with the UNESCO Documentary Heritage Unit on the Memory of the World Programme and Libraries

The UNESCO Memory of the World Programme is celebrating its 30th Anniversary in October and November 2022 with the theme, Enlisting documentary heritage to promote inclusive, just and peaceful societies.

Connect libraries to connect societies: IFLA submission to WSIS reporting process

The World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), back in 2005, underlined the imp0rtance of connecting all public libraries to the internet as part of wider efforts to ensure that the internet works for everyone. In our latest submission to the WSIS reporting process, we highlight great examples of how libraries are making this happen, and the need to reaffirm and reinforce the role of libraries in inclusive connectivity.

Webinar Recording Available: Origin, past, and history in Southeast Europe, Balkans: A case study of Serbian population in the region

The IFLA Local History and Genealogy Section cordially invite you to a webinar about historical and genealogical materials related to the Serbian population.

IFLA WLIC 2023: Registration now open!

We’re excited to announce that Early Bird registration for the 88th edition of the World Library and Information Congress (21-25 August 2023) is now open! Early Bird rates will end on 16 May 2023.

View Online -- IFLA ENSULIB Webinar Series: Neighborhood Science

The recording is available below via YouTube  and the slides/resources are available on Slideshare.

2023 IFLA PressReader International Marketing Award

Win €3,000 towards travel costs to the IFLA World Library and Information Congress in 2023!

IFLA to Bring Library Voices to the 27th UN Climate Change Conference (COP27)

The 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) will be held in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt from 6-18 November 2022. This conference will bring policymakers, climate activists, and civil society representing a range of stakeholders together to advance global commitments for addressing the climate crisis.

A Pledge for Climate Empowerment: Count Libraries In!

During the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27), to be held in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt from 6-18 November 2022, IFLA invites the global library field to call for recognition of libraries as partners in climate education, public awareness, training, public participation, public access to information, and international cooperation - the elements of action for climate empowerment (ACE). 

Recording available: Digital Inclusion and Libraries in North America: Prospects and Challenges Webinar

The Digital Inclusion Team of the IFLA North America Regional Division hosted a webinar titled “Digital Inclusion and Libraries in North America: Prospects and Challenges” on October 20th, 2022. Here you'll find the webinar's summary and recording.

Call for newsletter articles - IFLA Library Services to Multicultural Populations Section

The IFLA Library Services to Multicultural Populations Section welcomes submissions for its newsletter.

Call for Applications to the IFLA Journal Editorial Committee

The IFLA Professional Council is calling for five members at large to join the IFLA Journal Editorial Committee for a term of four years (renewable once) from 2023-2027.

Amicable settlement agreement between IFLA and Secretary General Gerald Leitner

I wish to advise that IFLA has reached a settlement agreement with Gerald Leitner to dissolve his employment contract. This was based on the recommendation of IFLA's lawyers and in the best interests of IFLA.

IFLA Launches Commemorative Statement at Global Symposium Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the UNESCO Memory of the World Programme

The UNESCO Memory of the World Programme is celebrating its 30th anniversary from 27 October – 5 November with the theme, Enlisting documentary heritage to promote inclusive, just and peaceful societies.

IFLA Governing Board meeting report, 20 October 2022

The IFLA Governing Board met on Thursday 20 October 2022 by teleconference and discussed a wide range of issues.

Libraries essential in providing evidence for sustainable development

For Development Information Day 2022, IFLA has released a statement on evidence for sustainable development, underlining the need for governments to engage libraries in their efforts to ensure that their decision-making is based on knowledge.