IFLA has an energetic and dedicated Headquarters team who support the work of our volunteers, as well as ensuring active advocacy and communications in support of the global library field.

Meet them here!

Secretary General

Sharon Memis

Sharon Memis

NetherlandsAs Secretary General of IFLA, my role is to work with the Governing Board and IFLA’s Leadership Team on the vision, strategy, and goals for the Federation and to role-model IFLA’s values of Collaboration, Accountability, Innovation and Respect. I lead the IFLA Headquarters team to drive the successful delivery of IFLA’s strategic, operational, and financial plans, strengthening and developing relationships with IFLA's members, volunteers, partners, and stakeholders for the benefit the global library field and the communities they serve.

Deputy Secretary General

Helen Mandl

Helen Mandl

NetherlandsContact me for questions of governance, member services, IFLA publications, conferences and operations.

Finance and Risk Director

Renu Sardjoe Mishre

Renu Sardjoe Mishre

NetherlandsI am responsible for IFLA’s financial operations, accounts and business-related financial, legal and tax compliance.

External Affairs Director

Stephen Wyber

Stephen Wyber

NetherlandsI'm your contact to discuss how IFLA and libraries can shape the policy landscape and form partnerships which deliver on our potential to deliver public interest goals.

Communications Officer

Farah Almazouni

Farah Almazouni

NetherlandsI support IFLA in promoting its organisational mission, projects, updates, events, and resources to a wide range of stakeholders and audiences in the international field.

Communications Officer

Cristina Baró Miró

Cristina Baró Miró

NetherlandsI support IFLA’s mission developing visual design strategies and communication campaigns, enhancing and streamlining the organisation’s communication and PR efforts.

Policy and Advocacy Officer

Maria De Brasdefer

Maria de Brasdefer

NetherlandsI’m your contact to discuss any topics at the intersection of digital affairs, libraries and human rights; such as internet governance, digital literacy, digital inclusion, public access and others.

Membership Data and Outreach Assistant

Robin Chan

Robin Chan

NetherlandsI'm your contact for membership questions regarding joining IFLA, renewals and payments.

Executive Assistant to Secretary General and Governance Officer

Esther Doria

Esther Doria

NetherlandsI provide assistance to the Secretary General and the governance functions of IFLA, and I am responsible for supporting logistics for IFLA organised events.

Finance and Operations Assistant

Anne Korhonen

Anne Korhonen

NetherlandsI’m your contact in the IFLA Secretariat regarding IFLA ILL vouchers and requests to translate IFLA publications.

Policy and Advocacy Manager

Claire McGuire

Claire McGuire

NetherlandsI’m your contact to discuss IFLA’s advocacy, policy work and our external partnerships, including with UNESCO; I am also your contact for topics on culture, heritage, preservation and conservation, and climate change.

Impact and Insight Manager

Kristīne Pabērza-Ramiresa

Kristīne Pabērza-Ramiresa

NetherlandsI’m your contact for impact planning and evaluation, and the IFLA Library Map of the World, including data, country profiles, and storytelling for the SDG stories.

Operations Manager

Lidia Putziger

Lidia Putziger

NetherlandsI manage the IFLA Headquarters operations and logistics, and coordinate the bi-annual IFLA Elections.

Communications Manager

Louis Takács

Louis Takács

NetherlandsI coordinate IFLA’s communications strategy, planning and delivery across all communications channels. I’m your contact for questions about our digital presence, IFLA history, and press inquiries.

Community Building Manager

Vesna Vuksan

Vesna Vuksan

NetherlandsI am your contact regarding community outreach, membership, volunteer engagement, and internal communications at HQ.

Consultants

Community Mobilisation and Capacity Building

Despina Gerasimidou

Despina Gerasimidou

GreeceI'm your contact regarding the work of IFLA's Regional Structure, our six Regional Divisions, Regional Council and IFLA Regional Workshops and Events.

Community and Volunteer Mobilisation

Megan Price

Megan Price

FranceI'm your contact regarding the work of IFLA's Professional Committees of volunteers, the Professional Council and the Advisory Committee on Standards.

Member Development

Vesselina Vassileva

Vesselina Vassileva

BulgariaI’m your contact for any membership questions regarding member benefits, joining IFLA, payments, and renewals.