IFLA - International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions

Do you know an individual who has made a remarkable impact on or the global field?

Nominations are now open for the IFLA Honours and Awards! 🏆✨

Submit your nomination here: bit.ly/4fLMM48

📢 We're at COP29 Azerbaijan

We'll be working in the climate empowerment space and on the education and cultural aspects of the Global Goal on Adaptation– and engaging professionals in the country along the way.

See what’s coming up on the agenda at : bit.ly/3YKLpf5

We're happy to join our friends at Public Libraries 2030, Eblida, and LIBEREurope at the European Parliament for

Great to be able to talk with new MEPs about how can help deliver on key policy priorities in the and beyond

What will the trends shaping the future of knowledge and information mean for how we work together:

🤝 With each other?
🏘️ with our communities?
🌐 with our partners?

Our unconference sessions at explored the answers

Read more here: bit.ly/4hwxYZ0

No-one expects... a library representative?

Our latest blog looks at how we can overcome imposter syndrome, and build a view of as actors and partners across a range of spaces bit.ly/3YRwQbc

Looking back on some moments. ✨

Check out our recap video of the librarian flash mob (peaceful assembly) in Brisbane 🇦🇺

Do you see yourself or someone you know? 🔎
Share the video & tag them in the comments below! 👇

youtu.be/R-DxJYEF48M

Under attack by undead clichés? 🧟

Our blog post for discusses just a few of these

Take a look, and share your ideas also: bit.ly/3NOnXZG

IFLA warmly welcomes the following new members:

Biblioteca Regional de Madrid Comunidad de Madrid – Spain
Le Centre National de Documentation du Maroc – Morocco
Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen) Library – China
Dar AlKutub AlQataryya – Qatar
Hunter J. François Library, SALCC, Sir Arthur Lewis Community College – Saint Lucia
Keystone Academy – China
Library of the State Great Hural (Parliament) of Mongolia – Mongolia
Ministry of Education Seychelles, School Library Services Unit – Seychelles
Ministry of Education – Seychelles
The National Assembly of Seychelles – Seychelles
Rabdan Academy Library – United Arab Emirates
Sancho el Sabio Foundation – Spain
The Althingi Library, Parliament of Iceland – Iceland

We look forward to your engagement and involvement! 🤝

IFLA's Governing Board meets on Friday, to talk about plans and budgets for 2025, our upcoming Congress, and making the most of IFLA100 in 2027

Read more here: bit.ly/4fqWxED

How are in your country upholding ?

Don't forget to participate and share our intellectual freedom survey before 8 November!👉 bit.ly/4f6nYUo

Monitoring issues, challenging censorship, advocating for rights

How are library associations and agencies in your country working on ?

Answer our survey by 8 November: bit.ly/4f6nYUo

🔔 Deadline approaching!

The EIFL Public Library Innovation Award application closes 12 November 2024

The EIFL Public Library Innovation Award is now open for applications!

The 18th Award is open to innovative public & community libraries in developing & transition countries that integrate digital reading and writing to enhance services.

By digital reading and writing we mean any reading or writing activity that uses electronic devices, like e-readers, computers or smartphones. The activities can involve people of any age - children, youth, adults and seniors - and any digital devices or combination of devices.

The winners will receive a trophy, and a prize of US$1,500, and international publicity.

Tell us your story and enter the competition! The deadline for applications - 12 November 2024

More information at: https://bit.ly/4e29wfm

Our October newsletter is out! 📬

With the theme of Sustainable Urbanisation, this month we explore what mean for the future of cities and all sorts of human settlements.

Read more: mailchi.mp/ifla/vol-4-no-10

We bring to you our third and final survey to seek your input on the World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) as part of our Review process.

Read more and complete the survey by 8 November bit.ly/4fnbJmg

Have you heard about the Libraries Boosting Connectivity project? 🌐

This initiative aims to gather crucial data on how libraries are navigating and adapting to the digital landscape.

If you are a , regardless of your location or level of expertise, we invite you to take part in this survey: bit.ly/4hjsVuL

Learn more about the initiative: bit.ly/3YypFo3

Our media landscape has been flooded with -generated content, making it harder to tell what's real. IFLA, Tactical Tech and DensityDesign have teamed up to create an exhibition addressing AI's societal challenges.

Check it out: bit.ly/3NzNAgx

Supported by the European Media & Information Fund (EMIF)

⏰ Survey reminder ⏰

The Arab Federation for Libraries & Information (AFLI) الاتحاد العربي للمكتبات والمعلومات - اعلم was contracted by IFLA to lead a comprehensive review of leadership programmes in the library and related fields. This project will examine the goals, methods, and impact of current programmes, with a goal of improving future leadership initiatives worldwide! 🌍✨

Your input matters! Help build stronger, more effective library leadership programmes by completing the survey below by October 23, 2024

https://forms.gle/pKdxfgt61muoyj6QA

Monitoring issues, challenging censorship, advocating for rights

How are library associations and agencies in your country working on ?

Answer our survey by 8 November: bit.ly/4f6nYUo

✅Get ready to nominate or stand for a role and make an impact with IFLA.

📅 Our pre-nominations phase opens on 14 October. This is your chance to get involved and shape the future of global !

Read on: bit.ly/4h5lmaX