Approaching a century of leadership: IFLA’s journey from a 1920s “gentlemen’s club” to the 21st century “global voice of libraries
<p dir="ltr"><b>This Presentation was given by Peter Johan Lor University of Pretoria, South Africa (Signage Ceremony </b><b>IFLA MENA </b><b>2024)</b></p><p dir="ltr">This presentation examines the evolution of the Internatio...
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| Summary: | <p dir="ltr"><b>This Presentation was given by Peter Johan Lor University of Pretoria, South Africa (Signage Ceremony </b><b>IFLA MENA </b><b>2024)</b></p><p dir="ltr">This presentation examines the evolution of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) over nearly a century, highlighting key milestones, challenges, and achievements that have established IFLA as a major force in the global library community. Originally starting as a "gentlemen's club" in the 1920s, IFLA has grown into a significant advocate for libraries worldwide, influencing policies to improve access to information. It also discusses the future of librarianship, focusing on the crucial role of libraries in an ever-changing world and the responsibilities library professionals must adopt to address future challenges.</p><h2>Other Information</h2><p dir="ltr">License: <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" target="_blank">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a><br>Additional institutions affiliated with: University of Pretoria, South Africa</p> |
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