"Libraries motors of change" and the social role of (digital) libraries for their communities: Interview with IFLA President Glòria Pérez-Salmerón. Issue 3 (11th November 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Coffa, Mario
• Is Part Of: Digital library perspectives. Volume 35:Issue 3/4(2019)
• Page Start: 142
• Page End: 145
• Publication Date: 2019-11-11
• Subjects: Library -- IFLA -- Bibliotecario -- Coffa -- Digital library -- Salmeron; Digital libraries -- Periodicals; Electronic information resources -- Periodicals; 025.00285
• DOI: 10.1108/DLP-07-2019-0029
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2059-5816

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: Based on a comparison with different realities, analysis of the situation of libraries in line with International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) policies and directives. Design/methodology/approach: The method used for the following paper is that of a remote interview. Findings: The expected results will emerge from the debate that can be raised from this paper. Research limitations/implications: The IFLA guidelines have international value but are implemented according to the context of the individual country, not always in a uniform manner. Originality/value: The interview reveals the formality of the contents through the informality of the method.