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Leaving libraries stronger: a mid-term report on the impact of the Legacy Grant
No full text我们自豪地分享关于这项工作的中期报告，而之所以能取得这些成绩，还要感谢国际图联全球图书馆基金会的资助。在这份报告中，各位可以了解到我们采取的一些重要举措，以及在遗产基金的支持下，全球图书馆界正在开展的有影响力的工作。我们希望这些成果也能令各位感到自豪，让我们所有人都受到鼓舞，从而为未来的工作做好准备
Minutes of Business Meeting I: Libraries Serving Persons with Print Disabilities Section, 26 July 2022
No full textThe business meeting was held at WLIC in Dublin, Ireland and topics discussed included membership, WLIC LPD session, satellite 2023 meeting, LPD survey on accessibility metadata, and the LPD Guidelines for Inclusive Library Services for Persons with Print Disabilities
Availability and Access to Government Research Data and Freedom of Information in Nigeria: An Evaluation of Selected Government Websites
No full textGovernment research data (GRD) are required for growth of democratic culture in line with freedom of information (FOI) law in Nigeria. This paper investigated availability and access to government research data in Nigeria to determine the implications in implementation of FOI law in the country. This study adopted webometric analysis approach to examine the websites of 34 selected websites of government key agencies. Findings reveal that only 26.5% of the 34 agencies have GRD in their websites while two of the agencies have no official and functional websites. Also only 10(29.4%) of the 34 agencies have evidence of using their website to address FOI requests and only 1(2.9%) has FOI Department, while only only 3(8.8%) have FOI portal in their websites. The paper concludes that the agencies have not shown enough commitments in implementation of FOI law using their websites
IFLA Committees and the Sustainable Development Goals
No full textThere are already strong levels of awareness of the SDGs among IFLA’s volunteer groups, and over half have planned conference sessions on them or used them in action planning. As for individual SDGs, SDG4 (quality education), SDG10 (reducing inequalities) and SDG17 (partnerships for the goals) are most commonly referenced. There remains scope both to raise awareness, and build understanding of how to work with the SDGs in ways that boost the impact of IFLA’s work on wider developmen
International Library Cooperation and Trusted News in Times of War. Ukraine Art Aid Center
No full textThis study explores the collaborative efforts of libraries within the Ukraine Art Aid Center network, dedicated to preserving cultural heritage during times of war. Emphasizing the vital role of international library cooperation, we investigate the dissemination of trusted news in the Russo-Ukrainian war. The first section examines Russia's use of (dis-)information as a weapon in the ongoing war. The second section clarifies key terminology distinctions related to disinformation, misinformation, fake news and deep fakes. In the third section, we scrutinize the importance of accurate language and wording to avoid manipulation and disinformation. The fourth section explores strategies to counter disinformation, empowering individuals to make informed decisions. Section five highlights the support provided by international library networks in aiding libraries and societies under attack, focusing on the Ukraine Art Aid Center (Zentrum Kulturgutschutz Ukraine). The sixth section presents curated information services and reliable news sources from Ukraine and exiled Russian media. The seventh section underscores libraries' role as providers of access to reliable information on war crimes and human rights violations
Public libraries support development through access to information
No full textसार्वजनिक पुस्तकालयों का मुख्य उद्देश्य समानता के आधार पर सभी उम्र, जाति, लिंग, धर्म, राष्ट्रीयता, भाषा के लोगों को सेवाएं प्रदान करना है। यह कथन विकास के समर्थन में सार्वजनिक पुस्तकालयों की आवश्यक भूमिका पर प्रकाश डालता है। यह वर्णन करता है कि कैसे सार्वजनिक पुस्तकालय लोगों को साक्षरता, भाषा की क्षमता, प्रौद्योगिकी के उपयोग और सूचना तक पहुंच के माध्यम से आवश्यक कौशल और क्षमता विकसित करने में मदद करते हैं। यह सार्वजनिक पुस्तकालयों द्वारा सांस्कृतिक विरासत को संरक्षित करने और भविष्य की पीढ़ियों के लाभ के लिए सँभालने के लिए किए गए प्रयासों का वर्णन करता है। यह कथन उन तरीकों को प्रस्तुत करता है जिनमें सार्वजनिक पुस्तकालय रचनात्मकता के नए रूपों को अपनाकर एक मजबूत आधार प्रदान कर सकते हैं। इन लक्ष्यों को प्राप्त करने के लिए सुझाव भी दिए गए हैं
AR, VR, and immersive technologies: The new mode of learning and the key enablers in enhancing library services
No full textLibraries have always been important community hubs, offering resources and programming that benefit the public. The modern world is witnessing a rapid transformation in the way people engage with information and technology. The growth of AR, VR and other immersive technologies have brought a new dimension to the library experience. These technologies have the potential to transform the way libraries engage with their communities, offering new and innovative ways to deliver information to support learning. The paper delves into the significance of AR, VR and immersive technologies in libraries, their benefits, cost, financial implications and the strategies for overcoming challenges. It includes recommendations for libraries interested in incorporating AR, VR, and immersive technologies into their services. All these offer insights into how they can be used to build sustainable communities. It also includes examples of proven track records of such immersive services being deployed at various libraries in Singapore and its multi-fold benefits
Minutes of Meeting: Advisory Committee on Cultural Heritage, February 2023
No full textApproved Minutes of the February 2023 meeting of the Advisory Committee on Cultural Heritage
Newsletter: Library Services to Multicultural Populations Section, December 2023
No full textThis newsletter focuses on the initiatives and challenges of libraries supporting their multicultural communities. It also highlights the recent activities of libraries around the world in connecting with their multicultural communities.
In this edition: A word from the Chair Pages 01-02, Multicultural Activities in Iran: Central Library of Alzahra University Pages 03-04, Do I still have to sklapnout? An American librarian in Czechia challenges cultural barriers through lessons in book censorship Pages 05-07,109th All-Japan Library Conference Pages 08-10, Diversified Services Offered at International Picture Book Center in Kaohsiung Main Public Library Pages 11-12, Creation and Uses of a Multilingual Library Terms Guide Pages 13-14, Minority and endangered languages at the University of Connecticut Library Pages 15-17, News from our section Pages 17-1