Minutes of Meeting: Governing Board, 1 May 2020

Abstract

Minutes of the 66th IFLA Governing Board meeting held on 1 May 2020 via teleconference. The Board approved minutes from previous meetings and endorsed several resolutions, including support for joint statements on copyright, privacy, and COVID-19. Key discussions included updates on strategic directions, professional practice, and the impact of the pandemic on IFLA operations. The Board reviewed progress on the Governance Review, approved a consultation plan, and discussed a detailed timeline for structural reforms and elections. Financial matters included a positive 2019 draft financial result and an extension for finalizing IFLA Holding B.V. accounts due to COVID-19. The Board also addressed WLIC planning for 2020–2023, membership growth strategies, and the transition to virtual engagement and learning platforms. It resolved to increase the frequency of virtual meetings to maintain agility during the pandemic.