What is IFLA?

As of 22 April 2009 this website is 'frozen' in time — see the current IFLA websites

This old website and all of its content will stay on as archive – http://archive.ifla.org

"Libraries and Librarians:
Making a Difference in
the Knowledge Age"

August 16-25, 2001

Invitation

What is IFLA?

Theme & Subthemes

Programs

How to Get Involved

About Boston

Exhibits

Organizers

Registration Information

Fellowship Information

The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) has 1,480 members, including 150 associations, 1,070 institutions, and 260 non-voting personal affiliates, representing 140 countries and all types of libraries. The United States plays in active role in IFLA, with seven library associations and 150 instutions participating. IFLA's mission is to promote international understanding, cooperation, discussion and action in all fields of library activities. Established in 1927, its headquarters are in The Hague, Netherlands.

IFLA's organizational structure includes an Executive Board, a Professional Board, committees, divisions, sections, and round tables. Librarians from the United States are currently serving at every level of IFLA.

The 67th IFLA Council and General Conference will be held in Boston in 2001. The Conference includes exhibits, programs, and meetings of the IFLA Council and is typically attended by up to 3,000 participants. As the primary annual event for the international library community, the Conference is held each year in a different nation. The 2001 Conference presents a special opportunity for U.S. librarians, as the Conference has not been held here since 1985. It will also be an election year for IFLA. (Conferences in 1999 and 2000 are being held in Bangkok and Jerusalem, respectively.)

For more information, please visit IFLA's website : IFLANET