Since the Mortenson Center for International Library Programs was founded in 1991, over 1200
library professionals from 90 countries have participated in the Center's innovative programs. We
also work with our librarian colleagues in countries around the world.
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Community Libraries as Platforms for Sustainable Development
September 17, 2013 - 4:00 pm, GSLIS 126
Come hear from READ’s Nepal Country Director, Sanjana Shrestha, how the role and the scope of these rural libraries has evolved to meet the changing needs of rural communities, and how these libraries address the critical issue of sustainability.
Barbara and Susan were in India February 23 - March 3 to study the needs of community libraries for READ Global.
At the Tubileima Rural Public Library and Resource Center in Manipur, India with the Minister of Social Welfare and Co-operation
Barbara and Susan meet with librarians and students at the Central Library System of Kazan, Children's Library
Rezeda Ismagilova, Syuyumbika Ziganshina, Galina Pichugina, Lyubov Titova, Anastasiya Tsapina and Elvira Galyamova
Tools for the 21st Century Librarian May 30 - June 25th, 2013
This year's Associates program will engage participants in learning about novel and innovative practices and services in areas such as: