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IFLA, 50th anniversary 1927-1977 : program, September 3-10, 1977, Brussels, Belgium
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 1977-09) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)
Official programme for the 1977 World Congress of Librarians, held in Brussels, Belgium, from 3-10 September 1977, under the theme of "Libraries for All: One World of Information, Culture and Learning". The congress marked IFLA's 50th Anniversary and brought together librarians and information professionals from around the world to discuss the role of libraries in global information sharing, culture, and education.
Awareness and Attitudes Toward Green Library Practices: Implications for Sustainability Integration in Academic Libraries
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-07-15) Teel, Zoe Abigail; Lund, Brady D.
As climate change intensifies, academic libraries are expected to model and advance sustainability, yet librarians’ readiness to do so is not well understood. This study reports findings from a survey of 108 academic librarians in the United States examining their awareness and perceptions of green library initiatives. Using an exploratory factor analysis, the survey instrument was found to assess two distinct constructs: awareness of green technologies, systems, and theoretical frameworks, and perceptions of libraries’ role in environmental sustainability. Results reveal strong support among librarians for sustainability values, including the view that libraries should serve as environmental role models and promote green information literacy, but reveal comparatively limited familiarity with green ICT, energy conservation programs, and the conceptual frameworks underlying green librarianship. No statistically significant differences in awareness or perceptions were found across demographic groups. We discuss implications for professional development, LIS education, and institutional planning, offering a transferable framework to help build climate-informed, sustainable academic libraries.
Carbon Literacy for Libraries Shareable Course
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-07-15) Quinney, Laragh; Stevenson, Alison
The National Library of Scotland led a project to develop the Carbon Literacy for Libraries Shareable Course. This course is designed to provide library and information professionals with a comprehensive introduction to the climate crisis. It aims to empower librarians to take action to cut greenhouse gas emissions and support sustainable communities. The course is validated by the Carbon Literacy Project. This charity was set up in 2013 to help organisations, community groups and individuals understand the climate crisis and the actions they can take to support the move to Net Zero. Learners attending the course submit an evidence form to the Carbon Literacy Project to be certified as carbon literate. On this form they commit to taking two actions to reduce carbon emissions. The course includes: • An introduction to climate science • The impact of climate change • UN Sustainable Development Goals • Climate justice • National and international policies • Calculating carbon footprints for organisations and individuals • Taking action to reduce carbon emissions The course celebrates the many ways libraries can support sustainable communities. A wide range of case studies showcase good practice by libraries in the UK and Ireland. Learners also receive a resources pack to support further action. The National Library of Scotland began cascading this training in autumn 2024. Over 200 librarians have been certified as carbon literate and over 400 actions pledged. Learners were contacted after six months to review the impact of the course and report on progress towards their actions. All learners agreed or strongly agreed that attending the course had encouraged them to take sustainable action at work. The Library continues to support the development and delivery of this course.
IFLA Metadata Newsletter: June 2026
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-06-29) IFLA Bibliography Section Standing Committee; IFLA Cataloguing Section Standing Committee; IFLA Subject Analysis and Access Section Standing Committee; Stevanovic, Ana; Vukadin, Ana; Letshabo, Lillian
The IFLA Metadata Newsletter is a joint publication of three sections: Bibliography, Cataloguing, and Classification and Indexing. The newsletter includes section news, news from around the world, reports of metadata-related committees, and information about new section members. The newsletter is published twice a year in June and December.
Minutes of meeting: IFLA Regional Council, 13 May 2026
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-07-13) IFLA Regional Council
The eighth meeting of the Regional Council 2025-2027 was held virtually on 13 May 2026. The meeting opened with updates from the Regional Council Chair, the Secretary General, and the Professional Council Chair, covering recent external engagements, strategic priorities, governance developments, the upcoming General Assembly and WLIC, and ongoing collaboration between IFLA bodies. A central item was a thematic deep-dive on bringing IFLA into Library Schools. Updates were shared on delivery of the Regional Council Action Plan, structured around the three Regional Council Working Groups: leadership; communications and outreach; advocacy and partnerships. An update was shared on the regular RC meeting item about the cross-structural partnerships among the IFLA volunteer bodies. Discussions followed around the Regional Council Session at WLIC, and planning future meetings.