Role of Libraries’ Organizations at National and International Level

Abstract

Education and libraries have an integral relationship. Libraries play an important role in all instruments of education- the informal , formal, semi-formal and non -formal. Library organizations, such as national libraries, library associations, and international organizations, play crucial roles in the development and sustenance of libraries worldwide. A national system cannot function effectively without appropriate international  linkage. This linkage ought to be both for the flow of information resources and concepts / methodologies / techniques / tools. National libraries serve as repositories of a country's intellectual heritage, preserving its written, cultural, and historical treasures. They provide access to a wide range of materials, from books to manuscripts, fostering research, education, and cultural appreciation. National library organizations, on the other hand, play a crucial role in coordinating and supporting these institutions, promoting best practices, and ensuring access to information for all citizens. Additionally, international organizations, such as the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), facilitate global cooperation, enabling the exchange of knowledge and resources among countries, thereby enriching the global tapestry of human understanding and knowledge. Together, these entities contribute to the preservation and dissemination of knowledge on local and global scales, promoting education and cultural diversity. In this paper, I will like to depict a  brief picture of National Libraries, National Library organization and International Library organizations

Keywords:- American Library Association (ALA), International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), Dewey Decimal System or Library of Congress Classification, Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) - Australia, Canadian Library Association (CLA) - Canada, Library Association of Ireland (LAI) - Ireland, Library of Congress (United States), World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization ( UNESCO)