Access to information lies at the heart of libraries’ mission and work, and libraries have a long history of archiving, collecting or helping make accessible publications and data from local government bodies. Drawing on these library experiences, IFLA responded to call for inputs by the… Read More
IFLA responded to a call for inputs about human rights impacts of measures against disinformation, issued by the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression. Concerns over – and dialogue about… Read More
In this article, IFLA celebrates the work of the IFLA Libraries for Children and Young Adults Section and their engagement with the IFLA Strategy. Read More
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Faced with global challenges, the need to promote cooperation and collaboration amongst those looking for solutions is vital. Open science promotes just this. With UNESCO preparing a draft Recommendation on the subject, IFLA has submitted comments. Read More
After extensive discussions and consultations the work on the ‘IFLA School Library Manifesto (2021)’ is about to be finalized. We invite you to read the updated ‘Manifesto’ and give your final remarks before 26th February 2021. Read More
In this article, IFLA celebrates the work of the IFLA Professional Units in alignment with the IFLA Strategy for 2020. It is a wrap up for 2020. Read More
IFLA has published a new statement on the role of library and information services in improving the way societies are governed, both through optimal decision-making within government, and effective scrutiny and engagement by parliaments and wider populations. Read More
Relating to Sustainable Development Goal 16 – peace, justice and strong institutions – IFLA’s new Statement on Libraries and Open and Good Governance provides recommendations for government and others on how to make the most of library and information services to improve policy-making and implementation. The statement… Read More
Win €3,000 towards purchasing new technology for your library organisation! The IFLA Section on Management and Marketing is partnering with PressReader in collaboration with the IFLA PressReader International Library Marketing Award for 2021. Read More