IFLA participted actively in last week's European Regional Forum on Sustainable Development, drawing on the rich experience of Polish libraries in particular in both supporting the response to crises, and in promoting inclusive development. Read More
The 11th World Urban Forum takes place from 26-30 June in Katowice, Poland, under the theme: Transforming our cities for a sustainable urban future. Read More
ENSULIB holds free webinars irregularly on the topics related to the green and sustainable libraries and library projects, the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and other relevant emerging trends. The following are the webinars held by ENSULIB recently. You may also visit our IFLA ENSULIB… Read More
Engaging around the Sustainable Development Goals represents a powerful way both of thinking through how libraries contribute to achieving policy goals, and building up networks and recognition by governments. We've brought together information about what's going on around the Untied Nations 2030 Agenda at the moment, as well as relevant materials produced by IFLA. Take a look through for more! Read More
Through our work around the Sustainable Development Goals, IFLA argues that libraries are essential partners for development, and should be integrated into planning and implementation. Voluntary National Reviews provide a particular opportunity to set out where these partnerships stand, and how we can go further. We interviewed colleagues in Jamaica to find out more about how libraries are being involved in Review preparation there. Read More
A new briefing provides insights on a key UN document on sustainability which provides a potential framework for securing greater recognition and new partnerships for libraries and library and information professionals. Read More
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A survey collecting feedback and suggestions on the Public Library Manifesto was circulated earlier this year. We are happy to announce that we have received over 750 responses from librarians around the world! Read More
Explore our collection of UN SDG stories highlighting library programmes from around the world and their impact on communities. YouTube playlist To read the full stories, visit the Libary Map of the World (LMW) website. Stay up-to-date with the… Read More
International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions’s (IFLA) Library Map of the World (LMW) provides you with a unique digital space to share the story of your library’s activities, projects, and programmes as well as their impact on your community, and how that contributes to the United Nations (UN) Sustainable… Read More