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International Indigenous Librarians’ Forum (IILF)
At the recent IILF, held in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, it was confirmed that IILF 2017 will be held in Australia, IILF 2019 will return to Aotearoa in 2019. IILF 2019 marks 20 years, and it with delight that we welcome the mauri stone, the forum and delegates back to Waipapa Marae, Tāmaki Makaurau. Waipapa, was… Read more »
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Are you an IFLA member? Register for the Indigenous Matters Section today!
An opportunity exists for you to play a vital role in the next phase of Indigenous Matters within IFLA and the profession. The Professional Committee of the IFLA Governing Board made the decision to support the proposal to establish the INDIGENOUS MATTERS SECTION at its recent meeting in April. There will be a two year… Read more »
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Hui-ā-tau 2016 (Parihaka) – theme and dates confirmed!
Mark the date in your calendar! Hui-ā-tau 2016 will be held Wednesday 20 April to Saturday 23 April 2016 at Parihaka in Taranaki. The theme for our annual hui is: Hoki ki tō maunga.
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Indigenous Matters Section
Outcome: Indigenous Matters Section 50, formally established January 2016 This is a Call to Action! We need 10 more registrations to form the section. Registration is open to any IFLA member (individuals or associations and institutions) passionate about indigenous peoples, their culture, language, and knowledge systems. Collaboration is essential for strong societies and strong… Read more »
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Māori Subject Headings Position Statement
Te Rōpū Whakahau recognises the value of Ngā Upoko Tukutuku and its relevance for library collections everywhere. It is another practical initiative that supports the everyday use of te reo Māori and equitable access to print and digital information. Te Rōpū Whakahau supports the following position statement: Māori Subject Headings | Ngā Upoko Tukutuku is… Read more »
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Vicki-Anne Heikell – 2015 Meri Mygind Wahine Toa Award Recipient
Congratulations to Vicki-Anne Heikell, 2015 Meri Mygind Wahine Toa Award Recipient. Read more about Vicki-Anne and her outstanding contribution to the profession and her expertise in the care of ngā taonga i tuku iho on the Meri Mygind Wahine Toa award page.
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Sheeanda Field – 2015 Robin Hakopa Te Reo Māori Award Recipient
Congratulations to Sheeanda Field, 2015 Robin Hakopa Te Reo Māori Award Recipient. Read more about Sheeanda and her outstanding contribution to te reo Māori on the Robin Hakopa Te Reo Māori award page.
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Rediscovering Indigenous Languages project – New South Wales, Australia
Did you know? The Rediscovering Indigenous Languages project aims to make accessible the rich archival collections of the State Library of New South Wales. The site features historic word lists, records and other documents relating to Indigenous Australian languages. http://indigenous.sl.nsw.gov.au/ More about it: At the time of Australian settlement in 1788, there were some 250… Read more »
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IFLA World Library and Information Congress Participation Grants
The IFLA World Library and Information Congress 2015 has made available funds to provide support for 20 delegates to attend IFLA WLIC 2015 by waiving their registration fee. Additional expenses need to be covered by other sponsorship or by candidates themselves. Priority is given to those applicants: who are a first time attendee to the… Read more »
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Calling all members! Nominations open for the Robin Hakopa and Meri Mygind Awards
Know someone who deserves recognition? Nominations are open for the Robin Hakopa Te Reo Māori award and the Meri Mygind Wahine Toa award. Email your nominations to trw@trw.org.nz before 31 December 2014. Further information about both awards is available on the Awards page.