IFLA’s Global Vision discussion invited associations to be at the forefront of holding conversations in their country on how a united library field can tackle the challenges of the future. Read More
Three new publications highlight the broad spectrum of IFLA’s activities. Read More
Advocacy efforts at the global, regional and national level are severely hindered by the fact that IFLA and many national associations do not have basic information about the state of libraries in their countries. Reliable global library statistics is our shared vision. Read More
​Development and Access to Information (DA2I) 2017 is the first of a series of reports that monitor the progress countries are making towards fulfilling their commitment to promote meaningful access to information (A2I) as part of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Read More
The 10th Latin America and Caribbean Internet Governance Forum (LACIGF) took place in Panama City, on 2-4 August. LACIGF provides a space for multi-sectoral dialogue on the Internet Governance agenda for the region. IFLA was represented, highlighting how libraries can help tackle key issues facing the Internet today, from cost of access to educating Internet users about how to spot fake news. Read More
Standing Committee Mid-year meeting in Washingthon D.C. Library Services to People with Special Needs Section SC1: 9:00-11:00 on March 9, 2017 at Gallaudet University SC2: 9:00-17:30 on March 10, 2017 at the Library of Congress Minutes 1. Welcome and… Read More