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The mission of the International Relations Round Table is to promote interest in library issues and librarianship worldwide; to help coordinate international activities within ALA, serving as a liaison between the International Relations Committee and those members of the Association interested in international relations; to develop programs and activities which further the international objectives of ALA; and to provide hospitality and information to visitors from abroad.



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WEBINAR: Library services to indigenous populations worldwide: rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity

  • 1.  WEBINAR: Library services to indigenous populations worldwide: rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity

    Posted Sep 21, 2023 11:25 AM
    Edited by Delin Guerra Sep 21, 2023 11:30 AM

    TITLE: Library services to indigenous populations worldwide: rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity

    DESCRIPTION: The American Library Association (ALA) United Nations Subcommittee in collaboration with the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) and the IFLA's Indigenous Matter Section present a virtual event during the days of the United Nations General Assembly featuring indigenous library leaders in conversation on September 26. This dialogue will be about challenges and opportunities related to library services to indigenous populations in different regions of the world.

    We will feature areas such as rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity, social protection systems, climate change and cultural rights which reflect the overarching theme of the 78th UN General Assembly: "'Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards peace, prosperity, progress and sustainability for all."

    REGISTRATION LINK:  https://ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1BmbwPSNSwm_rkEse7Gpiw

    Speakers:

    • Camille Callison, University Librarian at University of the Fraser Valley, Member IFLA Indigenous Matters Section
    • Feather Maracle, CEO & Director of Library Services Six Nations Public Library, Member IFLA Indigenous Matters Section
    • Collence Chisita, Senior Lecturer Durban University of Technology/ Research Fellow UNISA, Member IFLA Indigenous Matters Section
    • Cindy Hohl, Director of Branch Operations Kansas City Public Library,  ALA President-Elect, Member IFLA Indigenous Matters Section
    • Moderator: Loida Garcia-Febo, Chair ALA UN SDG Committee, IFLA Governing Board Member

    Additionally, please note a new blog post entitled: "IFLA and librarians' impact at the United Nations: historical overview and compilation of resources."

    https://blogs.ifla.org/cpdwl/2023/09/15/ifla-and-librarians-impact-at-the-united-nations-historical-overview-and-compilation-of-resources/



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    Delin Guerra
    Program Manager
    American Library Association
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