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Governance Structure Health Check Recommendations
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-07-18) McDonald, Vicki
The report is the result of the Working Group’s consideration of the inputs received, through surveys, townhall meetings and focus groups, and reflects the conclusions. We are grateful to all those who were so generous with their time and insights. The report contains a wide range of recommendations, focusing both on different aspects of IFLA’s governance structure and operations, as well as on different types and levels of units. At its April meeting, the Governing Board warmly welcomed the work of the Committee. It recognised that some recommendations could be implemented immediately without requiring changes to IFLA’s Statutes or Rules of Procedure, while others were more far-reaching. At its July 2026 meeting, the Governing Board took the decision to share those recommendations that do not require far-reaching changes with relevant units (in particular our Regional and Professional Councils) or IFLA’s Headquarters. They will then be able to reflect on how to implement them and share their suggestions for Board approval as appropriate. Those changes that would require amendments to the Rules of Procedure or Statutes will form part of the input to the various Sustainable Futures Journey reviews, currently underway under the leadership of the Governing Board. Not all recommendations will necessarily be implemented as they may no longer be relevant or may be modified to reflect the changes proposed by the wider reviews. With these approaches underway, the Governing Board thanks the members of the Working Group and is sharing the report with the IFLA membership.
The Culture Goal Targets in 2026: Survey Results
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-07-17) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)
Respondents to a pulse survey judged that over the past 12 months, the world has moved further away from achieving most of the targets set out in the Culture2030Goal campaign draft culture goal; There is more optimism for the next 12 months, but particular concerns remain about developing a culture of peace, and protecting artists’ rights; In addition to these, the ability of Indigenous people to promote their own institutions and cultures, cultural mobility, and cultural institutions all represent areas where particular focus is potentially needed; The variation in scores underlines the need for a comprehensive and holistic approach to ensure cultural sustainability for the wellbeing of all. This report may subsequently be replaced by a more designed version.
Libraries in Voluntary National Reviews of Implementation of the SDGs 2026
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-07-17) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)
A third of published Voluntary National Reviews (VNRs) of implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals in 2026 refer to libraries. These come from countries in all regions represented in this year’s VNR cohort. These references illustrate the breadth of the contribution that libraries make to sustainable development, covering goals around equity, wellbeing, education, social cohesion, heritage, democracy and partnerships. While the potential is clear, the formal launch of discussions on what follows the 2030 Agenda next year means that we have an opportunity to think about how future agendas could lead to a more systematic mobilisation of libraries.
IFLA Journal. June 2026
(SAGE, 2026-06-03) Lee, Jee Yeon; Lo, Leo S.; Benson, Sara R.; Melissa Ocepek, Melissa; Cheng, Siyao; Supongtemjen; Hangsing, Paokholun; Bui, Thuy Thanh; Hoang, Tram Phan Thi Bao; Hoang, Quang Ngoc; Tran, Thao Thi Phuong; Trieu, Viet Hoang; Dinh, Ly Dieu; Rabatseta, Phuti Concilia; Modiba, Mashilo; Ngulube, Patrick; Do, Hung Van; Tran, Duc Hoa; Nguyen, Hai Thi; Dora, Mallikarjun; Zala, Lavji N; Kampa, Raj Kishor; Kachota, Beth; Ronald, Bernard; Hokororo, Silver; Ashiq, Murtaza; Warraich, Nosheen Fatima; Rehman, Shafiq Ur; McGowan, Bethany; Keshvari, Mariam; Ostani, Morteza Mohammadi; Moshi, Sevelina S.; Dulle, Frankwell; Tarimo, Ronard Bernard; Mamtora, Jayshree; Bradshaw, Wayne; Lemberget, Tove; Kassim, Mohamed; Onaolapo, Sodiq; Ayeni, Philips; Mncube, Siphamandla; Hassan, Riziki Ameir; Muneja, Paul Samwel; Mungwabi, Hosea; Li, Rende; Jiang, Ying; Erbolat, Alia; Demir, Güler; Torres Jr., Efren M.; Peñaflor, Janice DC; Kulkarni, Sheshagiri; Balaji, B. Preedip; M, Dhanamjaya
This issue of IFLA Journal explores how libraries and information institutions are responding to rapid technological, social, and policy transformations across diverse global contexts. A prominent theme is the emergence of artificial intelligence as both an opportunity and a challenge, with articles examining AI governance, AI literacy, regulatory frameworks, and the ethical application of AI in libraries, higher education, and Indigenous heritage preservation. Other contributions address enduring concerns of equity, inclusion, access, and social justice, highlighting efforts to support disadvantaged communities, protect cultural heritage, strengthen confidentiality and ethics in library services and collections. The issue also investigates scholarly communication through studies of open access, predatory publishing, and institutional repositories. Complementing these discussions are analyses of library legislation, school and public library development, reading promotion, and research practices in library and information science. Together, these articles demonstrate libraries’ evolving role as inclusive and innovative institutions adapting to a rapidly changing information environment.
ਝੂਠੀਆਂ ਖ਼ਬਰਾਂ ਬਾਰੇ ਇਫ਼ਲਾ ਦਾ ਬਿਆਨ
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-06-01) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA); Bansal, Sonia
The phenomenon of ‘fake news’ has risen to prominence in many countries, regularly appearing in political debate. IFLA is concerned by the risk that this can pose to access to information, where people do not have the skills to spot it, but also by the way it is used by governments to justify potentially repressive policies. This statement sets out IFLA's position on fake news, and makes recommendations to governments and libraries.
झूठी ख़बरों पर इफ्ला का बयान
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-06-01) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA); Bansal, Sonia
The phenomenon of ‘fake news’ has risen to prominence in many countries, regularly appearing in political debate. IFLA is concerned by the risk that this can pose to access to information, where people do not have the skills to spot it, but also by the way it is used by governments to justify potentially repressive policies. This statement sets out IFLA's position on fake news, and makes recommendations to governments and libraries.
Ponto de partida da IFLA para as bibliotecas e a IA Manifesto sobre Internet - Anexo I
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-06-01) Cox, Andrew M.; De Brasdefer, Maria; Zafalon, Zaira Regina; Ayres da Silva Maringelli, Isabel Cristina
A Inteligência Artificial (IA) oferece um potencial significativo para apoiar os valores essenciais das bibliotecas, como o acesso equitativo à informação e a criação de conhecimento. No entanto, trata-se também de uma tecnologia controversa, com os desenvolvimentos atuais a suscitarem preocupações éticas e sociais. As bibliotecas têm um papel fundamental na promoção de utilizações responsáveis, inclusivas e sustentáveis da IA. Os seus valores — liberdade de expressão, privacidade, abertura e responsabilidade — fornecem uma perspetiva ética para o envolvimento com as ferramentas e práticas de IA. Este documento define a IA de forma abrangente e oferece um conjunto prático de questões reflexivas para ajudar os profissionais de bibliotecas a avaliar oportunidades e riscos. Não se destina a ser um guia definitivo ou uma ferramenta de tomada de decisão, mas sim um estímulo para um debate informado e para a tomada de decisões colaborativas em toda a profissão. O documento está alinhado com as políticas mais gerais da IFLA e antecipa futuras atualizações em resposta à evolução das tecnologias. Faz parte de uma série de publicações temáticas (2025–2026) que seguem o Manifesto da IFLA para a Internet revisado (2024).
Manifesto da IFLA para a Internet 2024 - Construindo um melhor acesso digital com as bibliotecas
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-06-01) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA); De Brasdefer, Maria; Zafalon, Zaira Regina; Ayres da Silva Maringelli, Isabel Cristina
As bibliotecas defendem uma internet centrada nas pessoas, tanto como garantia de direitos quanto como facilitadora do desenvolvimento. Defender os direitos fundamentais de acesso à informação e ao conhecimento é um ponto de partida. Para garantir esses direitos e concretizar essa visão da internet, precisamos de uma governança adequada. Isso exigirá ações de tomadores de decisão e partes interessadas em todos os níveis, dentro e fora dos governos, incluindo as bibliotecas. O Manifesto da Internet da IFLA, agora em sua 3ª edição totalmente atualizada, estabelece os princípios-chave que o setor bibliotecário acredita que devem orientar as decisões tomadas sobre a internet, além de apresentar a contribuição das próprias bibliotecas.
IFLA profesinis pareiškimas dėl visuotinės bibliografinės apskaitos (2025)
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-06-01) IFLA Bibliography Section
Šis profesinis pareiškimas, patvirtintas IFLA Valdančiosios tarybos 2025 m. liepos mėn., apibrėžia pagrindinius visuotinės bibliografinės apskaitos (UBC) principus ir bendras atsakomybes. UBC reiškia pasaulinį bibliografinių ir autoritetinių metaduomenų koordinavimą bei prieigą prie jų, užtikrinamą laiku kuriant ir dalijantis esmine, naudotojų poreikiams pritaikyta bibliografine informacija. Nuo 2012 m. IFLA Bibliografijos sekcijos kuruojamas pareiškimas buvo peržiūrėtas darbo grupės, kurią rėmė Bibliografijos, Katalogavimo, Dalykinės analizės ir prieigos sekcijos, kartu su Standartų patariamuoju komitetu ir konsultuojantis su Nacionalinių bibliotekų sekcija. Šis pareiškimas dar kartą patvirtina nuolatinę UBC svarbą ir jos centrinį vaidmenį platesnėje metaduomenų ekosistemoje.
Library Associations and the Sustainable Development Goals
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-05-26) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)
A survey of IFLA’s library association members demonstrates both that there is relatively widespread engagement with the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda, but that there is scope for more. In particular, associations have drawn on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to inform and build strategies, as well as to mobilise their fields around broader societal issues. Overall, it comes across that associations have tended to be more focused on working within the profession than beyond it but nonetheless have seen the SDGs as helping to build wider awareness of the rich contributions that libraries make to their communities. As we look to the post-2030 Agenda, there is a need to overcome the sense of distance between global agendas and the operational work of libraries, through guidance, adapted indicators and other tools. In parallel, a drive to promote localisation in the delivery of any future agenda, as well as to recognise priorities such as culture and intellectual freedom, will create a more favourable context for realising the full potential of libraries to drive development.
Being Bold: Workshop Note
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-05-26) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA)
This note shares highlights from the presentations given at the workshop - Being Bold: Clear Direction in a Complex World - held in Toronto, Canada, on 15 April 2026 with IFLA's Governing Board, as well as members and volunteers from across North America.
Assessing the implementation of cultural rights
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-05-22) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions; McGuire, Claire
In October 2026, the UN Special Rapporteur in the field of cultural rights will propose guidance to the UN General Assembly on how to assess efforts to uphold cultural rights. This should help States, institutions, and decision-makers to set benchmarks for accountability and measure progress in the implementation of cultural rights for all. The Special Rapporteur recognises and supports the work of the Culture2030Goal Campaign to propose a Culture Goal with targets and indicator, but notes remaining challenges due to the transversal nature of cultural rights. The Special Rapporteur is building on the existing body of work to propose elements that should help States, institutions, decision-makers and other stakeholders set benchmarks for accountability and measure progress in the implementation of cultural rights for all. This publication is a response by IFLA to the call for submission circulated in April 2026 to support this work, and provides input from the global library field, as well as builds on the work of the Culture2030Goal Campaign's Culture Goal.
Defining Intelligence
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-05-20) Dyens, Ollivier
This essay accompanies the intervention made by Ollivier Dyens at IFLA’s event at Toronto Public Library on 15 April 2026.
IFLA Ziņojums par attīstības tendencēm 2024: Ar pārliecību raugoties informācijas nākotnē
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-04-26) Dezuanni, Michael; Osman, Kim; Heck, Elizabeth; International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA); Kazāka, Inese; Iltnere, Anna
Sekojot 2013. gada pirmā izdevuma ietvaram, kā arī turpmākajiem atjauninājumiem, Tendenču ziņojums 2024 ir veidots kā būtisks rīks bibliotēku nozarei nākotnes plānošanai. Šī ir pirmā lielā ziņojuma pārskatīšana kopš sākotnējā izdevuma – aizraujoša iespēja atgriezties pie pamatiem. Pēc pirmā izdevuma publicēšanas 2024. gada 30. septembrī pārskatītā versija tika izdota 2025. gada 30. janvārī. Tulkojums: Inese Kazāka, Anna Iltnere | Redaktore: Evija Vjatere | Organizācijas: Latvijas Nacionālā bibliotēka, Latvijas Bibliotekāru biedrība.
Accessibility Metadata: Statement and Principles
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-04) Behrens, Renate; Bohn, Anna; Brousseau, Hélène; Coates, Jessica; Kaeding, Jo; Kholif, Heba; Kokki, Henriikka; Lie, Hanne Kristin; Lillevold, Hanne; Maumet, Luc; Morriello, Rossana; Oliver, Chris; Ouf, Rehab; Owen, Victoria; Sardo, Lucia; Uzan, Laurette; Weiler, Mark; IFLA Accessibility Metadata Network (AMN)
This statement affirms the critical role of accessibility metadata in advancing universal and equitable access to information, ideas and literature and in supporting an inclusive information society. The statement underlines the role of accessibility metadata in facilitating the search for and identification of resources with accessibility features in library catalogues and discovery platforms, so that all library users experience an equitable resource discovery process. The statement includes a set of general principles for the design and usability of this metadata. The statement and principles provide a high-level framework that can be used to guide the development of standards such as best practices, as well as to evaluate their effectiveness. This statement is also an important tool for advocacy. Note on Cultural and Linguistic Diversity: This statement provides a conceptual framework for the use and design of accessibility metadata to meet the needs of users with disabilities and does not specifically address cultural and linguistic diversity. However, the IFLA Accessibility Metadata Network (AMN) recognizes important, parallel cultural and linguistic diversity, including the recognition of Indigenous languages as an integral dimension of accessibility. AMN recognizes and respects Indigenous knowledge systems and protocols. The use and application of the Accessibility Metadata Statement and Principles are intended to embrace and adhere to Indigenous knowledge systems and protocols.
ΕΓΧΕΙΡΙΔΙΟ ΕΦΑΡΜΟΓΗΣ ΤΗΣ ΔΙΑΚΗΡΥΞΗΣ ΤΗΣ IFLA/UNESCO ΓΙΑ ΤΗΝ ΠΟΛΥΠΟΛΙΤΙΣΜΙΚΗ ΒΙΒΛΙΟΘΗΚΗ
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-04-15) IFLA Libraries Serving Multicultural Populations Section; Yang, Le; Demetriades, Nicholas; Balta, Kyriaki
This toolkit was developed to give practical approaches on how libraries can apply the concepts in the Manifesto. Similar to the hard work dedicated to writing the Manifesto, the section began in 2012 to work rigorously on the development of the toolkit. The IFLA/UNESCO Multicultural Library Manifesto Toolkit was launched at the 2014 80th IFLA General Conference and Assembly in Lyon, France to a large audience of conference attendees anxious to have a toolkit to assist libraries in planning, applying, and sustaining the principles and actions described in the Manifesto. In December 2018, Le Yang and Nicholas Demetriades from the IFLA Libraries Serving Multicultural Populations Section reviewed and updated the toolkit.
ԻՖԼԱ-ՅՈՒՆԵՍԿՕ դպրոցական գրադարանի հռչակագիր 2025
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-04-03) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA); UNESCO; Hayrapetyan, Nerses; National Library of Armenia
ԻՖԼԱ-ՅՈՒՆԵՍԿՕ դպրոցական գրադարանի 2025 թվականի հռչակագիրը ԻՖԼԱ/ՅՈՒՆԵՍԿՕ դպրոցական գրադարանի նախկին «Դպրոցական գրադարանը բոլորի համար ուսուցման և կրթության գործընթացում» (1999) հռչակագրի նորացված հրա¬տարակությունն է: Նոր տարբերակն արտացոլում է տեխնոլոգիաների, հասարակության և կրթության բազմաթիվ փոփոխությունները և իրենից ներկայացնում է կարևոր և օգտակար գործիք դպրոցական գրադարանների առաջխաղացման համար՝ որակյալ և ներառական կրթություն ապահովելու համար: Տեքստը ԻՖԼԱ-ի, Դպրոցական գրադարան¬ների միջազգային ասոցիացիայի (ԴԳՄԱ) և աշխարհի դպրոցական գրադարանային համայնքների համագործակցության արդյունք է: Այն անգլերեն համատեղ հրատարակվել է ԻՖԼԱ-ի դպրոցական գրադարանների մշտական հանձնաժողովի և ԴԳՄԱ-ի կողմից 2021 թվականի սեպտեմբերի 12-ին և հաստատվել է ԻՖԼԱ-ի կառավարման խորհրդի կողմից 2023 թվականի ապրիլի 17-ին: Հետագայում այն հաստատվել է ՅՈՒՆԵՍԿՕ-ի «Տեղեկատվություն բոլորի համար» ծրագրի (IFAP) միջկառավարական խորհրդի 13-րդ նստաշրջանում՝ 2025 թվականի ապրիլին: [Ներսես Հայրապետյան: Հայաստանի ազգային գրադարան]
Connecting Libraries to Empower Communities - Insights from the Libraries Boosting Connectivity initiative
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-03-23) De Brasdefer, Maria
Connecting every library to the internet is a powerful way to ensure all members of society, throughout life, have access to information and opportunity. The Libraries Boosting Connectivity (LBC) project is an IFLA initiative piloted between 2023 and 2025. It aimed to collect crucial data on how libraries are navigating and adapting to the digital landscape through a comprehensive survey. Digital access is essential for libraries. Knowing where they stand in terms of connectivity, gives them power to strengthen their ability to serve communities. Many libraries and associations around the world have carried out their own assessments to better understand where they are in terms of connectivity, however, many of these efforts remain fragmented. While individual efforts are valuable, an ambition of this project is to achieve an open access digital space that can provide the global library network with a platform to compare and explore digital-related data between different countries and serve as a tool for partnership and collaboration with external stakeholders that might be interested in supporting or funding library-led digital initiatives.
LRMoo: object-oriented definition and mapping from the IFLA Library Reference Model
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-03) Aalberg, Trond; Riva, Pat; Žumer, Maja
LRMoo is a conceptual model that expresses the IFLA Library Reference Model (IFLA LRM) in an object-oriented modeling framework. Developed through joint work in the library and museum communities, it is compatible with and an extension of the museum community model, the CIDOC Conceptual Reference Model (CRM). LRMoo version 1.1.1 is aligned with CIDOC CRM version 7.1.3. LRMoo is a high-level, compact model, with a minimum of hierarchy between classes. LRMoo is tightly aligned with IFLA LRM and reflects its decisions about scope and granularity. LRMoo supersedes FRBRoo version 2.4 (2016), the object-oriented model that was aligned with the superseded FR models: FRBR, FRAD, and FRSAD. Transition information from FRBRoo to LRMoo is included. This current version is a minor update of LRM version 1.0.
إرشادات الإفلا للمكتبات الخضراء
(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2026-01) Hauke, Petra; Mocatta, Antonia; Pun, Priscilla Nga Ian; The IFLA Centre for Arabic Speaking Libraries (IFLA-CASL)
تقدم هذه الإرشادات إطاراً شاملاً لتطوير المكتبات الخضراء والمستدامة وإدارتها وتقييمها في سياقات متنوعة. وتقدم، استنادًا إلى مبادئ المسؤولية البيئية والعدالة الاجتماعية والجدوى الاقتصادية، استراتيجيات عملية لدمج الاستدامة في جميع جوانب العمل المكتبي. كما تتناول مسائل مثل الحوكمة؛ وتدريب الموظفين؛ والعمليات التشغيلية؛ والمجموعات؛ والخدمات؛ والاعتبارات القانونية والأخلاقية؛ فضلاً عن تخطيط وإدارة مباني المكتبات ومعداتها. وتولي هذه الإرشادات اهتمام خاص بالمشاركة المجتمعية؛ وإتاحة الوصول والشمول؛ والكفاءة في استخدام الموارد، والتطبيق المسؤول لتكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصالات. كما تسلط الضوء على دور المكتبات كنموذج يُحتذى به ومنارة تعليمية تعزز مبادئ الاستدامة في مجتمعاتها. وتُشجَّع المكتبات، من خلال الرصد والتقييم والتحسين المستمر، على مواءمة أنشطتها المحلية مع الأهداف العالمية للتنمية المستدامة. وتوضح دراسات الحالة وأفضل الممارسات كيف يمكن للمكتبات – على اختلاف أحجامها ومواردها – أن تحقق أثرًا بيئيًا واجتماعيًا ملموسًا. المراجعة اللغوية والتحرير: كاريس ماكوين؛ المستشارة الخبيرة. المحرر اللغوي: اللجنة الاستشارية للمعايير بالإفلا

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