QNL Libraries Lead Forum: GLAMs and Cultural Diplomacy
IFLA will join Qatar National Library at their Libraries Lead Forum 2023, exploring the theme, “GLAMs and Cultural Diplomacy". Read More
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- 06 March 2023
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Partnerships to Counter Theft and Trafficking: IFLA Joins ICOM at launch of new Red List
When any type of cultural property disappears, it is a great loss to humanity. However, around the world, cultural objects are at risk of illicit theft and trafficking. This is a complex issue, and working to counter these threats is not a task that one can take on alone. There is a need for collaboration between cultural institutions, like libraries and museums, and with law enforcement, customs organisations, and other stakeholders. IFLA is dedicated to helping protect the world’s cultural heritage, and we work with many partners to build capacity to counter the threat of trafficking. Read More
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- 27 February 2023
16th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee (IGC) for the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions
IFLA will join the 16th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee (IGC) for the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions at UNESCO Headquarters. Read More
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- 03 February 2023
Key Discussions at the 16th Session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions
The UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee (IGC) for the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions (UNESCO’s 2005 Convention) will convene for their 16th session from 7-10 February in Paris, France. Read More
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- 02 February 2023
Time to deliver: Culture 2030 Goal campaign statement on the follow-up to MONDIACULT 2022
The Culture 2030 Goal campaign, of which IFLA is a member, has urged UNESCO Member States to make good on their commitment to promote an explicit culture goal in future development frameworks, as made in the declaration from MONDIACULT 2022. The campaign's zero-draft for a culture goal provides an excellent starting point. Read More
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- 02 February 2023
Culture in Action: a look ahead at key topics and opportunities for 2023
Global discourse on culture and cultural heritage in 2022 can be characterised by greater recognition of the powerful potential of culture to help solve great challenges, as well as calls for action to ensure its protection in the face of natural and human-caused disaster. Read More
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- 09 January 2023
Library Professionals at COP27: Reflections on attending the 2022 UN Climate Change Conference
From 6-20 November 2022, 35,000 delegates from 190 countries, including more than 90 heads of state, came together in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, for the 2022 UN Climate Change Conference – COP27. Read More
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- 12 December 2022
The 2022 UN Climate Change Conference (COP27): Outcomes and opportunities for libraries
From 6-20 November 2022, 35,000 delegates from 190 countries, including more than 90 heads of state, came together in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, for the 2022 UN Climate Change Conference – COP27. Read More
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- 01 December 2022
Information for Development: Libraries and UN Experts Engage in Bangkok
Access to information is often taken for granted, but represents a key condition for achieving innovation and positive change. At a seminar at the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia-Pacific in Bangkok, around 50 libraries explored opportunities for stronger engagement in development initiatives. Read More
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- 23 November 2022
2022 UN Climate Change Conference (COP27)
Together with partners from the Climate Heritage Network, IFLA is bringing the voices of libraries to the 2022 UN Climate Change Conference, COP27. Read More
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- 09 November 2022