The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) is the global voice of the library and information profession.

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8 May 2025
Dear #IFLA followers, As you probably noticed, we pressed pause on X As our community shifts elsewhere, so are we — still active, just in different places Thank you for staying connected. 💚
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8 May 2025
Dear #IFLA followers, As you probably noticed, we pressed pause on X As our community shifts elsewhere, so are we — still active, just in different places Thank you for staying connected. 💚
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📍 Follow #IFLA on IFLA.org, subscribe to our newsletter, and connect with us through the social media platforms listed on our website!

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⚠️Make sure to follow the #IFLA World Library and Information Congress social media pages for the latest news and updates on #WLIC Facebook page 👉 bit.ly/4hBNXnP LinkedIn page 👉 bit.ly/3PVLDw2

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🎉 Big news! KR21 secures a €5.5M grant extension from the @ArcadiaFund, empowering us to push for knowledge rights for 5 more years. 🔗 knowledgerights21.org/news-s…  #UnitedForKnowledgeRights #AccessToKnowledge #AccessToCulture
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#IFAP welcomes you to attend the Joint DC session in Riyadh #IGF2024 @IFLA @GDIP Let's advance💡 transformative gender policy and inclusive Knowledge Societies. 📅17 Dec 2024⏰11:15 AM-12:45 PM (GMT 3) 🔗 Join online👇and learn more shorturl.at/gcWYM
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🚨 Time for a visit to Greece: Join us on 13 Dec for the ‘#eBook Evolution: Voices & Vision for Legislative Change’ conference! The National Library of Greece (NLG) hosts this exciting event, supported by @IFLA & @KR21org. 🎫 Register now:  nlg.gr/news/e-book-evolution…   #eBookSOS
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1/2 Pilar Vicuña (coordinadora de Cultura) y Francisco Miguens (especialista en Educación) de la @UNESCOSantiago participaron en el seminario "Realizar el potencial de las bibliotecas como aliadas para alcanzar los #ODS en ALC", en la @cepal_onu. #Bibliotecas #SinergiaxODS #ODS
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🔒 Do 'digital locks' keep getting in your way? You're not alone! Get the scoop on an upcoming 3-part KR21 report on #TPMs at our 26 November (10h CET) webinar with @Kris_academic (@copyrightcentre, @UofGlasgow). 🎟️ Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… #DRM #DigitalRights
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5 Nov 2024
What will the trends shaping the future of knowledge and information mean for how we work together: 🤝 With each other? 🏘️ with our communities? 🌐 with our partners? Our unconference sessions at #IIFS explored the answers Read more here: bit.ly/4hwxYZ0
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4 Nov 2024
No-one expects... a library representative? Our latest blog looks at how we can overcome imposter syndrome, and build a view of #libraries as actors and partners across a range of spaces bit.ly/3YRwQbc
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1 Nov 2024
Looking back on some #IIFS moments. ✨ Check out our recap video of the #IFLAReadBrisbane librarian flash mob (peaceful assembly) in Brisbane 🇦🇺 Do you see yourself or someone you know? 🔎  Share the video & tag them in the comments below! 👇 youtu.be/R-DxJYEF48M
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31 Oct 2024
Under attack by undead #library clichés? 🧟 Our blog post for #Halloween discusses just a few of these Take a look, and share your ideas also: bit.ly/3NOnXZG
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31 Oct 2024
IFLA warmly welcomes the following new members. We look forward to your engagement and involvement! 🤝
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30 Oct 2024
IFLA's Governing Board meets on Friday, to talk about plans and budgets for 2025, our upcoming Congress, and making the most of IFLA100 in 2027 Read more here: bit.ly/4fqWxED
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30 Oct 2024
How are #libraries in your country upholding #intellectualfreedom? Don't forget to participate and share our intellectual freedom survey before 8 November! 👉bit.ly/4f6nYUo

16 Oct 2024
Monitoring issues, challenging censorship, advocating for rights How are library associations and agencies in your country working on #IntellectualFreedom? Answer our survey by 8 November: bit.ly/4f6nYUo
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29 Oct 2024
🔔 The deadline is approaching!🔔 @EIFLnet Public Library Innovation Award application closes on 12 November 2024
28 Aug 2024
New call is open! @EIFLnet Public Library Innovation Award for Libraries that integrate digital reading and writing to enhance services. Deadline: 12 November 2024! More information at: bit.ly/4e29wfm #publiclibrary #innovationaward #digitalreading #digitalwriting
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29 Oct 2024
Our October #IFLA newsletter is out! 📬 With the theme of Sustainable Urbanisation, this month we explore what #libraries mean for the future of cities and all sorts of human settlements. Read more: mailchi.mp/ifla/vol-4-no-10
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28 Oct 2024
We bring to you our third and final survey to seek your input on the #IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) as part of our #WLIC Review process. Read more and complete the survey by 8 November bit.ly/4fnbJmg
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24 Oct 2024
Introducing our Libraries Boosting Connectivity project! 🌐 An initiative that aims to gather crucial data on how libraries are navigating & adapting to the digital landscape. Learn about the initiative: bit.ly/3YypFo3 Participate in survey bit.ly/4hjsVuL
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22 Oct 2024
📢We're happy to announce a new exhibition, #SuperchargedbyAI, a creative intervention about the effects of #AI on our online lives. Read more about this collab between IFLA, @Info_Activism, and @DensityDesign. Funded by @EMIF_Fund. Learn more: bit.ly/3NzNAgx
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