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IFLA WLIC 2026: A Personal Reflection
By My Van Nguyen Dang In February this year, I saw a post shared by Public Libraries Victoria about an IFLA Emerging Leaders grant to support attendance at the World Library and Information Congress (WLIC). I wondered, should I apply? I would be competing with applicants from around the world. My team leader said, “Just put your hat in the ring and give it a go, you might be surprised.” Clearly, she had more confidence in me than I had. I’m glad she did. The announcement was due on 1 April,...
First Nations Resources Page Launch
ALIA Multicultural acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connections to lands, waters, cultures, languages, and communities. We honour the rich diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and acknowledge the strength, resilience, and cultural richness of the many Nations that make up this land. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait...
Health Translations library is funded for another three years
by Dianne Armstrong On behalf of the Health Translations team, I’m very pleased to share that the Victorian Department of Health has committed funding to support the library for another three years. For those who may not have come across it before, Health Translations is a free online library of translated health and wellbeing information. It was initiated and funded by the Victorian Government and has been managed by the Centre for Culture, Equity and Health since 2015. I work as a Project...
New podcast episode series explores the international student experience
The RMIT University Library Podcast launched late last year, sharing conversations with researchers, teachers and students from across the university. The podcast explores ideas shaping teaching, research, technology, culture and the future of academic libraries. A recent episode series focuses on the International Student Experience, asking: What is it really like to study in a new country, socially, academically and emotionally? In the opening episode of this new series, Learning, Teaching...
Championing Diversity: An Interview with ALIA Multicultural’ s New Deputy Convenor, Marie Robineau
The ALIA Multicultural Group has been a driving force in advocating for diversity and inclusion across Australia’s library and information sector. With its mission to foster equitable access, professional development, and culturally responsive services, the group continues to grow in influence and impact. Today, we’re thrilled to introduce Marie Robineau, recently appointed as Deputy Convenor, and explore her vision for the future. The Deputy Convenor role is a new role that provides mentoring...