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Download full textKorean Library Association, Seoul. – 1969
The Asia-Pacific Conference on Libraries and National Development aims to join positively in national modernization and to promote international cooperation by studying and talking about how the libraries in other friendly nations contribute to their countries' development. The 35 delegates from 10 countries engaged in discussions on the role of…
Descriptors: Conferences, Cooperative Programs, Developing Nations, Libraries
Berry, John; And Others – Library Journal, 1992
Report on the 1992 American Library Association (ALA) conference discusses featured speakers, political actions of the ALA Council, guidelines on patron behavior, the resignation of ALA Executive Director Linda Crismond, and conference exhibits. Excerpts from an address by new ALA president Marilyn Miller on empowering people through libraries are…
Descriptors: Conferences, Exhibits, Library Associations, Library Policy
Peer reviewedCrowley, Bill – Public Libraries, 1994
Describes how the Indiana library community defeated a "Speaker's bill" in the Indiana House of Representatives that threatened public library interests. Topics addressed include the introduction of the bill, lobbying, and arguments against the bill. (SLW)
Descriptors: Library Associations, Library Role, Library Services, Lobbying
DiMattia, Susan S. – Library Journal, 1992
Report on the 1992 Special Libraries Association (SLA) conference summarizes keynote addresses on the competitive role of special librarians and on international libraries around the Pacific Rim, the report of the SLA president, the inaugural address of the new president on a vision of the future, and conference exhibits. (MES)
Descriptors: Conferences, Economics, Foreign Countries, Futures (of Society)
Peer reviewedWertheimer, Leonard – Public Libraries, 1987
Provides an overview of issues relating to library services to linguistic, ethnic, and cultural minorities. Following a clarification of the terminology used, the process of immigration is addressed. The role of public libraries in this area and implications for professional associations are then discussed. Twenty-one references are listed. (MES)
Descriptors: Immigrants, Library Associations, Library Role, Library Services
Peer reviewedCooke, Eileen D. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1982
Presents views of the American Library Association on the Cable Telecommunications Act of 1982, providing a brief overview of library involvement in cable television and endorsing amendments suggested by the National Federation of Local Cable Programmers. (EJS)
Descriptors: Cable Television, Community Information Services, Federal Legislation, Library Associations
Holley, Edward G. – American Libraries, 1979
The library profession's attitude regarding national and international issues, and issues within the profession during the last decade are recalled. (MBR)
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Historical Reviews, History, Librarians
Peer reviewedMonsour, Margaret – Catholic Library World, 1994
Describes projects supporting family literacy programs that were developed through collaboration between Bell Atlantic and the American Library Association (ALA). Highlights include examples of programs; collaboration with other agencies; resource services; public libraries and literacy; suggestions for program developers; and a list of grant…
Descriptors: Cooperative Programs, Grants, Library Associations, Library Role
Peer reviewedStevens, Norman D. – Library Trends, 1991
Discusses the possible ethical conflicts when librarians serve on the governing bodies and/or committees of regional, state, or national professional associations and issues arise that could impact their own institutions. Several case studies are presented that examine issues librarians face when engaged in an expanded professional role. (LRW)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Conflict of Interest, Ethics, Librarian Attitudes
Savage, Noel – Library Journal, 1974
A report of trends, events and activities of libraries during 1973. (JB)
Descriptors: Administration, Financial Support, Librarians, Libraries
Wilson Library Bulletin, 1989
This report on the American Library Association's 1989 midwinter conference summarizes the interactions and recommendations of various speakers, committees, and special interest groups. A profile of presidential candidates, summary of the most significant board and council actions, and agenda for the next conference are provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Advisory Committees, Conferences, Governing Boards, Library Associations
Phenix, Katharine – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1992
Summarizes and discusses the highlights of the American Library Association's Library and Information Technology Association's (LITA) third national conference, which was held in Denver, Colorado, September 13-17, 1992. Included many sessions on the Internet implications--changes in library role, strategic planning, building relationships among…
Descriptors: Conferences, Electronic Mail, Humor, Information Technology
Durrance, Joan C.; Allen, Catherine – Library Journal, 1991
Explores the relationship between Public Library Association (PLA) planning and the themes of literacy, productivity, and democracy that were chosen by the White House Conference on Library and Information Services (WHCLIS). Discussion is based on data collected by the Public Library Data Service (PLDS) that examine current library services in…
Descriptors: Democracy, Economic Development, Library Associations, Library Planning
Wilson Library Bulletin, 1987
Highlights the American Library Association (ALA) 1987 Midwinter Conference, including the aftermath of the Attorney General's report on pornography; Congressional pay equity bills; library copying rights; federal librarians' decline in membership and privatization; public library planning, role setting, and output measures manuals; and summaries…
Descriptors: Comparable Worth, Conferences, Copyrights, Federal Government
Wedgeworth, Robert F.; And Others – Library Journal, 1973
The 19 essays presented were written at Library Journal's" request to respond to the article Social Responsibility vs. The Library Bill of Rights" by David Berninghausen which appeared in the November 15, 1972 issue of LJ (p3675-81). It is recommended that readers refer back to the Berninghausen article when they read these essays.…
Descriptors: Community Services, Librarians, Libraries, Library Associations
