IFLA Adds a Library Perspective to the 2nd Memory of the World Global Policy Forum
The UNESCO Memory of the World Programme hosted the 2nd Memory of the World Global Policy Forum from 21-22 September 2021. Read More
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- 27 September 2021
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IFLA ARL Webinar Series – Tales of rising from the ashes: rebuilding libraries/museums after a disaster
A webinar on the recovery, restoration and rebuilding of libraries/museums after destruction by fire and other natural disasters. Join us! Read More
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- 25 September 2021
Newsletter May 2021 / IFLA’s Libraries for Children & Young Adults Section / all articles
This document lists all articles in a single document. Pictures to the articles are not always included in this compilation. Latest News: Short Report on the Safer Internet Day Survey The Safer Internet Day working group launched its survey in Spring 2021 and collected… Read More
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- 23 May 2021
Libraries Preserving and Providing Access to Culture and Heritage in 2021
Memory, traditions, and creative expressions allow people to share their ideas and values with others. Here are some key areas relating to culture and heritage where IFLA plans to have an impact in 2021. Read More
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- 18 January 2021
- By: anonymous
IFLA Supports Local and International Efforts to Recover Libraries in Beirut
In the month following the devastating explosion in the Lebanese capital, the international community and the people of Beirut have been actively working to recover the cultural institutions of the city. IFLA is collaborating with both international organisations and local partners to ensure that the libraries of Beirut… Read More
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- 07 September 2020
- By: anonymous
Call for Papers – Climate change: Supporting communities, Users, Collections and Spaces in the era of Climate Uncertainty
Climate change forces all of us to face the reality that we will see major shifts in our economic models, our physical landscapes, our energy systems, and resource management more generally. Libraries, archives, and other members of the cultural heritage space are facing and are predicted to face tremendous impacts on our collections, collecting, facilities, services, funding, users, communities, and professional lives. Read More
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- 10 January 2020
- By: Evviva Weinraub Lajoie
IFLA Joins Blue Shield International to Oppose the Targeting of Iranian Cultural Sites
IFLA joins international organisations in voicing concern over recent threats by the President of the United States of America specifically targeting, among other locations, sites of cultural importance in Iran. Read More
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- 09 January 2020
- By: anonymous
Tragedy of Notre Dame Underlines the Need to Focus on Prevention and Preservation
The events of 15 April at the Cathedral of Notre Dame have shaken many, not just in Paris but around the world. For those who work in the heritage field, it is particularly heart-breaking. It is also a reminder of the importance of preservation and prevention. Read More
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- 17 April 2019
- By: anonymous
Blue Shield Statement on Mali
29 May 2012 Following the alarming situation in Mali, the Blue Shield expresses its deep concern regarding the safeguarding of the country’s invaluable cultural and historical heritage and deplores the suffering and loss of life this conflict has entailed. Between 1988 and 2004,… Read More
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- 12 January 2019
Blue Shield Statement on Ukraine
Following the civil conflict that has been shaking the Ukraine, the Blue Shield wishes to express its deep concern regarding the safeguarding and protection of the country’s invaluable cultural and historical heritage, as well as the institutions that house them and the people that care for them. Read More
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- 12 January 2019