IFLA Journal. January 2000

This issue of the IFLA Journal presents international perspectives on the evolving role of libraries in the digital age. Articles explore the challenges of digitization, the impact of information technology on library services, and the development of user-centered information strategies. Studies from Africa, Australia, and Europe address issues such as electronic resource management, information literacy, and the training of library professionals. The issue reflects the global shift toward integrating digital tools into library operations while emphasizing the continuing need for equitable access, professional development, and strategic planning to support libraries' missions in a rapidly changing information environment.