Information Literacy and Lifelong Learning
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Alexandria, 1 November 2005—The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is hosting a meeting and workshop on information literacy and lifelong learning, from 6-9 November, where 40 information literacy and lifelong learning experts from all six major geographic regions of the world will convene to develop recommendations for UNESCO Member States on how major economic and social challenges, such as poverty, unemployment, and disease, can be tackled using international literacy and lifelong learning.
The activities are organized by UNESCO, the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) and the National Forum on Information Literacy (NFIL). Omar Sharif, renowned Egyptian actor and producer, will address the participants.