These are hectic times and people all over the world are facing all kinds of different crisis, such as the covid-19 pandemic, forest fires, climate crisis, etc. Join us for a discussion how public libraries and their staff are responding. Read More
These are hectic times and people all over the world are facing all kinds of different crisis, such as the covid-19 pandemic, forest fires, climate crisis, etc. Join us for a discussion how public libraries and their staff are responding. Read More
What a great public library of the year award it was this year! And what a great winner Deichman, Public Library in Oslo is. The building looks fabulous and I cannot wait to see it in real life 😉 I am part of the jury as well as part of… Read More
The past 20 months have required libraries around the world to not only find ways to deliver their services remotely when possible – but also to reflect on their broader roles in the digital ecosystem. Read More
A recent report from Denmark has shone a new light on the different ways in which public libraries make a difference to people's lives, and how we can measure this. We interviewed Christian Lauersen, Director, Roskilde Public Library, to find out more. Read More
Join us to hear about some inspiring stories of how public libraries adapted to service delivery during COVID-19; innovative approaches to literacy and reading during this time; listen to international library leaders contemplate the future; plus meet some of the worlds amazing Children's Laureates and Ambassadors. AND we have a specially curated session in Portuguese. The Literacy and Reading + Public Libraries mid-term is the place to be! Read More
Here’s a chance to examine how public libraries worldwide responded to COVID and how the lessons learnt will impact the future. We will also explore some of the great initiatives around reading and literacy that have emerged during this time and how we can expand on… Read More
On 15 December 2020, the Iran Public Library Association (IPLA) will be holding a national conference on the “Social functionalities of public libraries” The conference focuses on the following: Services and programs tailored to the social roles of public libraries Public and community libraries Public libraries as a social… Read More
An online discussion focusing on Public Libraries during the COVID-19 pandemic. This event is sponsored by the National Library Board Singapore. Details to follow. IFLA President Christine Mackenzie will participate in the online event. … Read More
Criteria extended - public libraries built in 2019 can apply for the award in 2021 Read More