IFLA Journal. September - October 2002
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2002-12
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K. G. Saur Verlag GmbH
Abstract
This double issue of the IFLA Journal captures the highlights of the 68th IFLA General Conference held in Glasgow, Scotland, in August 2002. Contributions range from keynote speeches, such as Seamus Heaney’s reflections on libraries and democracy, to scholarly analyses of evolving roles in librarianship. Articles examine diverse themes including indigenous knowledge systems, post-9/11 information policy, leadership development in South Africa, and interoperability among subject vocabularies. Case studies and personal reflections by first-time attendees and DANIDA grantees add further depth. The issue also presents reports on continuing professional development, legal deposit practices, and the impact of medical informatics on library science. A detailed news section covers resolutions, grants, future conferences, and international collaborations. Altogether, the volume offers a comprehensive view of the profession’s challenges and innovations at a global level, with a particular focus on inclusivity, access, and the transformative potential of libraries.
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Library science, Information services, Librarianship