In 2023, digital policy developments gained significant momentum. The development of AI and many other emerging technologies gave place to the acceleration of regulation in different areas that concern the library and information field. Because of this, we believe that 2024 will be a pivotal year for advocating in this area and making sure that the global voice of libraries remains strong. Read More
IFLA's latest briefing focuses on Digital Public Infrastructure, a concept which has become prominent in the last year, under the leadership of India as G20 President and the UN Development Programme. It sets out key parts of a definition, provides an update on current priorities for work in this area, and suggests how libraries can engage. Read More
From the 4 to the 8 of December 2023, IFLA participated at the UNCTAD eWeek that was held at the CICG in Geneva. The global voice of libraries remains relevant in these conversations as libraries hold significant value in the digital economy as they ultimately contribute to the growth of a digitally skilled and economically empowered community. Read More
Welcome to the November issue of the IFLA Newsletter! Read More
What opportunities are there between now and the end of the year to highlight and celebrate the work of libraries to decision-makers and partners? Our look ahead sets out some key moments at the international level, to help you in your planning! Read More
Motivated by all you’ve heard and seen at WLIC about how libraries can engage in broader policy agendas? Here are ten ideas for concrete things that you can do to follow up. By doing so, you help advocate for libraries, build your own profile and connections, and hopefully also gain ideas and insights for yourself! Read More
Items discussed at the tenth Regional Council meeting include updates from the IFLA President and the IFLA Secretary General about WLIC 2024, followed by a discussion around this topic Also, updates from the Regional Council Chair, the Professional Council Chair, and the Regional Division Committee Chairs. Also, updates on the… Read More
Items discussed at the ninth Regional Council meeting include updates from the Regional Council Chair, the Professional Council Chair, Governing Board updates, and updates from the Regional Division Committee Chairs. Also, updates on the regional hubs WLIC 2023, the WLIC 2023 Provisional Programme – Business Meetings, Satellite Meetings and Regional… Read More
Items discussed at the eight Regional Council meeting include updates from the Regional Council Chair and the Professional Council Chair, Governing Board updates, and Regional Division Committee Updates. Furthermore, a discussion took place about WLIC 2023 and specifically on updates about the plans for regional hubs and planning for regional… Read More
The UN Secretary-General has released a Policy Brief offering a first idea of the principles, objectives and recommendations that could feature in the Global Digital Compact. This includes some welcome steps for libraries, but there remain areas needing clarification in order to ensure that it reflects the needs of libraries and their users. Read More