Presentations from Session 091, Rare Books and Special Collections and Art Libraries Sections posted
3 September 2016IFLA 2016, Session 091 Presentations: Worth a Thousand Words: A Global Perspective on Image Description, Discovery, and Access
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Delivering parliamentary library and research services in an interconnected world: the case of the Parliament of India
2 September 2016Delegates from the Parliament of India participated in the recent IFLAPARL pre-conference in Washington, D.C. and were inspired to share their story on how their library and research service is connecting parliamentarians to quality information. They also describe the application of ICT to better serve their clients.
The library association of El Salvador at LACIGF 9
2 September 2016One Step Forward, No Steps Back: National Ratification Needs to Respect the Objectives of the Treaty of Marrakesh
1 September 2016The signing of the Treaty of Marrakesh in 2013 was a first step towards providing access to knowledge for some of the most vulnerable in society. It offers a response to the book famine that people with print disabilities have long faced. However, IFLA is concerned that when ratifying the Treaty, some countries risk introducing new barriers to access. This is completely contrary to the spirit of Marrakesh.
IFLA FAIFE Releases Statement on the Continued House Arrest of Natalya Sharina
1 September 2016Natalya Sharina, Director of the Library of Ukrainian Literature in Moscow, has been under house arrest since October 2015. Recent media reports, suggesting that her detention will continue at least until 28 October only underline the disproportionate and unnecessary nature of the treatment she has received. IFLA's Committee on Freedom of Access to Information and Freedom of Expression has issued a statement.
A Report of Library History/ Multicultural Libraries session in IFLA Columbus 2016 Conference
29 August 2016RISS Statement on Libraries and Development
24 August 2016At WLIC 2016 the Reference and Information Services Section finalized a document on libraries and development. This publication details the ways in which reference and other information services support the UN's 2030 Agenda, commonly known as the Sustainable Development Goals.
Our open session at WLIC 2016 was a huge success - thank you!
23 August 2016Great keynotes, inspiring thought leader discussion and wonderful number of delegates in attendance
Honours and Awards at the IFLA WLIC 2016 Closing Session
18 August 2016During the Closing Session on 18 August, IFLA President Donna Scheeder and IFLA Professional Committee Chair Maria Carme Torras i Calvo conferred the following honours and awards:
Distinctions et récompenses lors de la cérémonie de clôture du CBMI IFLA 2016
18 August 2016During the Closing Session on 18 August, IFLA President Donna Scheeder and IFLA Professional Committee Chair Maria Carme Torras i Calvo conferred the following honours and awards:
IFLA WLIC 2018 = Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia!!!!
18 August 2016Join us in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in August 2018!
Presentations now available: "Worth a Thousand Words" A Global Perspective on Image Description, Discovery, and Access"
18 August 2016View the presentations made at IFLA WLIC 2016, Session 091, an all-day, off-site session sponsored by the Rare Books and Special Collections Sections and the Art Libraries Section.
Congrès Mondial des Bibliothèques et de l’Information IFLA 2018 = Kuala Lumpur, Malaisie!!!!
18 August 2016Join us in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in August 2018!
*EXTENDED* IFLA Publication Series – Series Editor: Call for Expressions of Interest
18 August 2016IFLA and De Gruyter are seeking Expressions of Interest for the position of Series Editor for the IFLA Publication Series (often known as the ‘Green Backs’).