IFLA 1988 Living Together: People, Libraries, Information

Spaulding, Frank H., Special Libraries

IFLA 1988 Living Together: People, Libraries, Information

The International Federation of Libraries Association (IFLA)'s 54th Conference convened from August 27-September 2, 1988, with representatives from 59 countries (132 from the USA). Because the Library Association of Australia's annual conference took place before IFLA's, many Australian librarians were able to attend their first international conference. The high level of interaction and exchange of ideas proved useful.

Hans-Peter Geh, IFLA President, stated this conference with its theme "Living Together: People, Libraries, Information", appeals to working together and mutual understanding on both national and international levels. In view of the interdependence of countries and increasing demand for information in all parts of the globe, the international exchange of information is crucial. Free exchange of information over national borders, the universal accessibility of literature and information by traditional and electronic means, as well as the preservation of cultural heritage in the form of the book are the prevailing concerns of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions. The Council, composed of association and institution representatives, did not meet this year.

Programs

Following the general session, the remainder of the programs took place at the University of New South Wales. On the first day the Professional Board Chair presented a review of progress achieved in …

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Publication information: Article title: IFLA 1988 Living Together: People, Libraries, Information. Contributors: Spaulding, Frank H. - Author. Magazine title: Special Libraries. Volume: 80. Issue: 1 Publication date: Winter 1989. Page number: 66+. © 1989 Special Libraries Association. COPYRIGHT 1989 Gale Group.

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