The inclusion of libraries and access to information in national and regional development plans will contribute to meeting the global United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. In support of this goal, IFLA has published a booklet “Access and Opportunity for All: How Libraries contribute to the United Nations 2030… Read More
Standing Committee meeting in Wroclaw, Poland Library Services to People with Special Needs Section SC1: 10:15-12:15 on Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at Room 50 SC2: 8:00-10:30 on Wed, Aug 23, 2017 at Conference Room C These minutes cover both the first and… Read More
The Asia-Pacific Library and Information Conference (APLIC) provides the perfect opportunity to bring together library and information professionals from across Australia and the Region to compare strategies for incorporating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in their work in communities, in schools, in academia, with government and with other… Read More
Libraries promote an inclusive model of development by giving all individuals the information they need to learn, find work, and live healthy lives. This requires the right policies not just globally, but also at the regional, national and local levels. This is the message IFLA will be bringing to the Forum of the Countries of Latin America and the Caribbean on Sustainable Development 2018, held in Santiago de Chile, Chile, on 17-20 April 2018. Read More
This practical guide was designed to help librarians and library advocates in telling compelling stories about library activities, projects and programmes, showing their impact on communities and people’s lives. Read More
Storytelling is all about engagement, using the power of words to create empathy, loyalty and aspiration. By telling stories, based on solid evidence, we can win over hearts and minds, and encourage people – particularly decision-makers – to give us their support. All… Read More