Qatar National Library held its second annual Libraries Lead Forum from 19-20 March 2023 in Doha, Qatar. This year’s forum explored how galleries, libraries, archives, and museums (GLAM institutions) carry out cultural diplomacy. Read More
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
This workshop, organised by IFLA's Preservation and Conservation (PAC) Centre hosted at Qatar National Library, will examine the best practices in combating the trafficking of antiquities and the programs and policies that protect cultural heritage and property rights. It will discuss the laws and mechanisms that prevent the sale of conflict antiquities in the region and worldwide. Read More
Qatar National Library, as the IFLA Preservation and Conservation Regional Center, is organising an online training course under the framework of the Himaya project to counter the trafficking and illegal circulation of the documentary heritage. Read More
As the global voice of libraries, IFLA strives to bring a library perspective to discussions and processes relating to international cultural policy. 2022 presents important opportunities to bring library voices to the table and highlight libraries as stakeholders in the culture sector. Read More
To mark the occasion of the International Day Against Illicit Trafficking of Cultural Property, Qatar National Library will host a high-level panel discussion about the efforts to counter the trafficking and illegal circulation of antiquities and documentary heritage. Keynote Speaker: His Excellency Dr. Hamad bin Abdulaziz Al-Kawari, Minister of… Read More
IFLA, working with the Consorium of European Research Libraries, has submitted comments on the draft Regulation on the Import of Cultural Goods. In the spirit of ensuring that the new rules work effectively for documentary heritage, the proposed changes argue that it should be simple to import works… Read More
New draft European Union legislation looks to make it more difficult to import stolen or looted cultural goods. IFLA has welcomed these steps, and proposed amendments which will ensure that the new rules work as well for documentary heritage as for other types of heritage. Read More