Live Streaming of IFLA WLIC 2019

This year’s IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) will again be live streamed. With an even larger offer than in previous years, you will be able to access 11 key sessions from our diverse and world-class programme.

This way, you can get first-hand updates on major initiatives launched by IFLA to build a stronger and globally united library field, as well as learn more about the ever-changing challenges and opportunities we face, directly from the experts.

For those who can’t make it to the Congress, and for those attending but with a busy schedule, you will be able to watch these sessions online, live or on demand.

Follow #wlic2019 on social media and the WLIC 2019 website for further live streaming announcements and more details.

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Watch the live streamed sessions LIVE

The IFLA WLIC 2019 Live Stream will be offered directly on this website in local time (Athens, Greece) – Check here the time in your city. No registration is required.

If you are having troubles to watch the live stream here, you can also access through this playlist in YouTube.

Watch the recording of the sessions

Recordings will be made available on this page, and on our YouTube playlist after the sessions.

Opening Session

The Opening Ceremony will reflect the theme for IFLA WLIC 2019 ‘Libraries: dialogue for change’ and our presence in the ancient city of Athens.

by IFLA
25 August 2019
10:30 – 12:00 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

20 Years of the IFLA Intellectual Freedom Statement:
Constancy and Change

by the IFLA Advisory Committee on Freedom of Access to Information and Freedom of Expression (FAIFE)
25 August 2019
13:45 – 15:45 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

IFLA Highlights

by IFLA
26 August 2019
08:30 – 09:30 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

IFLA President’s Session

by IFLA
26 August 2019
09:30 – 11:30 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

From Vision to Implementation – IFLA’s Strategy

Building on the Global Vision discussion – the biggest and most inclusive conversation ever in the history of our field – IFLA now has a new five year Strategy.

by IFLA
26 August 2019
11:45 – 12:45 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

Legislators’ Panel: What Lawmakers Think about Libraries

Libraries depend heavily on the decisions taken in councils, parliaments and ministries. The success of our institutions requires us to understand, and win the support of decision-makers.

by IFLA
26 August 2019
13:45 – 14:45 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

Strengthening the Global Voice: Securing the Future of Libraries

by IFLA
26 August 2019
14:45 – 15:45 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

Innovation in Changing Times

The session will discuss projects, programs, plans that aim to include innovation and continuous improvement in libraries to respond to universal changes in the sector.

by IFLA Latin America and the Caribbean Section (IFLA LAC)
26 August 2019
16:00 – 18:00 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

Legal Implications of Disruptive Technologies in Libraries

by IFLA Copyright and other Legal Matters Advisory Committee (CLM)
29 August 2019
08:30 – 10:30 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

Library Love Stories

by IFLA New Professionals Special Interest Group (NPSIG) with IFLA Management and Marketing Section
29 August 2019
10:45 – 12:45 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

Closing Session

After a week of learning and networking, come along to reflect on the successes of the conference, the contributions of outstanding colleagues, and to look ahead to the future.

by IFLA
29 August 2019
16:00 – 17:30 (GMT+3)
Athens, Greece

Recording in YouTube

Recording in the WLIC 2019 website

Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions about live streaming.