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MLAS programming for Kazakhstan

Let’s Read: Building Life-Changing Access to Storybooks

Let’s Read creates open and free access to these beautiful storybooks through the Let’s Read digital library. Accessible through the web or Android or iOS apps, the digital library allows children and families to freely enjoy the entire collection of more than 10,500 books across 60 languages (and growing!).

Using Innovative Technologies to Reimagine Libraries and Archives Services in the National Library Board, Singapore

NLB has been working with public and private partners since April 2023 to explore innovative ways of leveraging technologies to engage our patrons in Singapore stories and connect them to our rich history. One such approach is the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) for new ways that our users can engage with Singapore content and foster stronger connections to our history. These endeavours also contribute to Singapore's approach of using “AI for the Public Good”, where technologies, including AI, can be used as a transformational force for good.

Programmes, Collections and Services at the Solomon Islands National University Library

SINU.lib.net is the premier learning space of the Solomon Islands National University Library (SINU-LIB), established in 2013 as the hub of three campus libraries of Kukum, Panatina, and Ranadi – disseminating pioneer scholarly services via printed and digital resources.

Transforming Spaces, Enriching Minds: A Journey through the Renovation of Gonzalez Hall, UP Diliman’s University Library

The Gonzalez Hall is the seat of library administration in the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman campus. It was completed in 1950 just when the first buildings in UP Diliman were being built as part of the post-war reconstruction efforts in the country.

Report on the "Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Measurement, Evaluation, Demonstrating Impact of Library Services" Workshop in Kandy, Sri Lanka

"Following this training, now I have a clear understanding of how to implement structured programs that align with the SDGs and how to accurately measure and evaluate their impact on the community.”

Webinar recording available: Building a National Bibliography - Models from Around the World

CONSAL XIX COMES TO MALAYSIA

Malaysia will host CONSAL XIX in 2025, marking the first in-person meeting after a seven-year gap. The theme for CONSAL XIX is Inclusive Knowledge: Bridging Divides, Empowering All with the tagline Leveraging Inclusivity, Empowering Humanity. The theme focuses on inclusivity through the practice of providing equal access and resources to all. It promotes the belief that knowledge and empowerment should be accessible to everyone. The emphasis is on bridging the various divides that exists, be it socioeconomic, cultural, technological, or any other forms of divide seen or unseen.

INCITE in Conversation

The INCITE in Conversation webinar series, organised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA), invites one or several of the authors from the most recent edition of INCITE magazine to talk about the topics covered in their articles.

Planning for the future of knowledge and information in Asia-Oceania

Within the Asia-Oceania region, we have a lot to be proud of in the work of colleagues. We are where some of the most innovative, exciting initiatives in the global library field are taking place, ranging from applications of the latest technology to finding ways to offer library services in the face of challenges. There is so much to share with the global library field, and so much to contribute to the discussion about how we can respond to, and engage with trends in the knowledge and information environment. This is exactly what we’re hoping to do at the IFLA Information Futures Summit.

Message from IFLA's Asia-Oceania Regional Office Manager

This is the message IFLA's Asia-Oceania Regional Office Manager

Message from IFLA’s Asia-Oceania Regional Division Committee Chair

This is a message from IFLA's Asia-Oceania Regional Division Committee Chair.

View Online – IFLA ENSULIB Webinar Series: Sustainability – Bringing Nature and Communities into the Libraries

The recording from the latest IFLA ENSULIB Webinar on "Sustainability – Bringing Nature and Communities into the Libraries" is now available via our YouTube channel.

Call for papers: 6th UNIMARC Users Meeting

Join us at the 6th UNIMARC User’s Group Meeting , 12th November 2024 (Maribor, Slovenia/Online) with theme Charting the Course: Future-Forward Cataloguing with UNIMARC.

Systematic Review Success: IFLA Social Science Libraries' Webinar Program is available

The program of the IFLA Social Sciences Libraries’ webinar Systematic Review Success: An Introductory Workshop for Librarians & Information Professionals has been published! What we will discuss: • Systematic Review in the Realm of Social Science • Implementing an Interdisciplinary Systematic Review Service • Conducting Systematic Reviews in a Limited Resourced Country: A Namibian Experience • Large Language Models for Writing Scientific Reviews

Back to 4th AI in Libraries Symposium - Chile 2024

Summary of 4th AI in ibraries symposium - Chile

Apply Now for the IFLA/Baker & Taylor Public Library of the Year Award 2024!

The "Public Library of the Year" award is presented by the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) with the aim of honouring new public libraries. Baker & Taylor is proud new main sponsor of the award.

New IFLA ARL Blog post: "Serving the Needs of Mixed Race Students, Faculty and Staff"

IFLA Newsletter, April 2024: The Internet we want Issue

Welcome to the April 2024 edition of the IFLA Newsletter, this month focused on the Internet we want.

Can Artificial Intelligence lead us to a smarter ILL future or other library services?

Recent technological developments have revolutionized the field of librarianship, as in every other field. Studies show that artificial intelligence can improve many library services such as reference services, document distribution and resource sharing, bookshelves and shelf reading, cataloging, and metadata creation In this webinar will also discuss personalized recommendations for library users based on their research habits and interests and all applications of AI in library complex service areas.