“Public libraries in language assimilation policies: The Swedish Tornedalian example” by Joacim Hansson of Linnéuniversitetet Linnaeus University addresses the reality that libraries have complex relationships with their communities that can look very different over time. OA here: doi.org/10.1177/034003…

In “Social media use and information-sharing behaviour of university students,” authors investigate the extent to which students use social media for information sharing, focusing on students at universities in Faisalabad, Pakistan. Read it here (47-4): repository.ifla.org/handle/1234567…

In “Knowledge exchange and growth in a hybrid community - a social-capital based approach: Evidence from Latvia,” researchers surveyed members of a hybrid library community & analyzed their answers to reach interesting conclusions. Full OA text here: doi.org/10.1177/034003…

As conversations on censorship in libraries continue around the world, be sure the article “School library censorship: Looking at the perspective of a school librarian association in Indonesia” makes it onto your reading list. Full edition (49-3) here: repository.ifla.org/handle/1234567…

Crowdsourcing is an effective way to collect data that can be applied usefully in libraries lacking other means of data collection, as described in the open-access article “Benefits of crowdsourcing for libraries: A case study from Africa” Read it here: doi.org/10.1177/034003…

Have you read “The power of information and coping with albinism: An autoethnographic study” by Anna Ngula of #MyUNAM? Check it out to learn more about the information needs of people w/ albinism in Namibia & related information access challenges. OA: doi.org/10.1177/034003…

IFLA celebrates a historic declaration on #culture-based #ClimateAction at COP28 UAE! 🌍📚 #Libraries are included among key partners shaping this monumental step. Read more: bit.ly/48beYcX #COP28

The IFLA Journal welcomes articles in all fields of interest and concern to libraries & the information professions. Manuscripts on all aspects of librarianship will be considered. View full submission guidelines from SAGE Publishing here: uk.sagepub.com/en-gb/eur/jour…

Don't forget about the outstanding call for papers for a special IFLA Journal issue on current trends in academic & research libraries! The Submission deadline for this is 30 December 2023.

Open call! Special issue on Artificial Intelligence (AI): Transforming Global Leadership. Encouraged but not required to submit an extended abstract for constructive feedback by 8 January 2024. Paper submissions due 1 June. Full guidelines here: ifla.org/news/call-for-… IFLA #AI

On World Arab Language Day, we encourage you to review the IFLA article “Promoting reading in the Arab world: The book club model," that discusses the ways these groups operate and challenges they face. You can find it in the full edition (44-4) here: repository.ifla.org/handle/1234567…

Articles on the topics of #libraries & friendship, public libraries & language policy, #health #literacy in Bangladesh, & #eBook use in Vietnam are part of the latest IFLAJournal Plus an essay on global #AI policies & their implications for the #library bit.ly/48mNQrI

The IFLA Journal welcomes articles in all fields of interest and concern to libraries & the information professions. Manuscripts on all aspects of librarianship will be considered. View full submission guidelines from SAGE Publishing here: uk.sagepub.com/en-gb/eur/jour…

Call for papers - DEADLINE EXTENDED Special issue on Artificial Intelligence (AI): Transforming Global Leadership. Extended abstract due 1 March 2024 to receive constructive feedback (encouraged, not required) & paper submission due 1 July. More: ifla.org/news/call-for-… IFLA #AI

Join the team! The IFLA Professional Council is calling for 3 members at large to join the IFLAJournal Editorial Committee for a term of 4 years, from 2024-2028. Full details at: bit.ly/48dbGFM

Applications are now open for three members at large to join the IFLA Journal Editorial Committee for a term of four years (renewable once) from 2024-2028! Interested? Learn more here: ifla.org/news/call-for-… This call for applications closes on Friday, March 22.

Don't forget about the extended deadline for the upcoming Special Issue on Artificial Intelligence! Extended abstracts are due March 1, 2024, paper submissions are due July 1, 2024.

IFLA ARL Section is proud to co-organize with other IFLA professional units a mi-term meeting held next 5-7 June in Istanbul. Call for papers “Libraries Bridging Boundaries”. Check here: ifla.org/events/librari… IFLA @ifla_libpub IFLA World Library and Information Congress

NEW: ISSUE 50-1 (MARCH 2024) Featuring articles derived from conference papers presented at the BOBCATSSS 2023 conference for early-career researchers, it provides valuable insights into the challenges & opportunities facing libraries today. Find it here: repository.ifla.org/handle/1234567…