IFLA Journal. March 1998

Abstract

This issue of the IFLA Journal offers diverse international perspectives on library development, user education, and access to information. Topics include literacy promotion in developing countries, distance learning, rural library outreach, and national information policies. Case studies from Africa and Asia highlight the role of libraries in community empowerment and lifelong learning. Discussions on cataloguing practices, preservation concerns, and digital technologies reflect the global challenges libraries face in serving diverse populations. Emphasizing collaboration and innovation, the issue underlines the importance of libraries as agents of social change and essential infrastructure for education and democratic participation worldwide.