UK Library professionals elected to IFLA leadership roles

CILIP congratulates a cohort of outstanding UK library professionals who have been elected to serve on committees and the Governing Board of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) for 2025–2027.

As the global voice of the library and information profession, IFLA brings together innovators, thought leaders and practitioners from around the world to shape the future of knowledge services. Its network of over 50 committees spans areas from sustainability and literacy to rare books, library buildings and children's services.

These elections, held every two years, are an opportunity for UK professionals to help shape global policy, strengthen their knowledge while sharing UK expertise, and collaborate with colleagues across borders. We're delighted to see CILIP members past and present taking up this challenge.

Congratulations to the newly elected representatives:

• Stuart Hamilton – Treasurer
• Jan Richards – Governing Board Member-at-Large
• Rossana Morriello – Environment, Sustainability and Libraries
• Catherine Ross – Environment, Sustainability and Libraries
• Malin Barkelind – Information Literacy
• Michelangelo Staffolani – Information Literacy
• Molly Wagner – Information Literacy
• Carolynn Rankin – Libraries for Children and Young Adults
• Ayub Khan – Library Buildings and Equipment
• Louis Coiffait-Gunn – Management of Library Associations
• Sophie Defrance – Rare Books and Special Collections
• Anais Cayzac – School Libraries
• Claudine Crabtree – School Libraries
• Alan Jacques – School Libraries
• Nina Nakaora – School Libraries

IFLA's volunteer-led committees don't just drive policy — they accelerate innovation and amplify impact across sectors and borders. By sharing solutions, co-creating resources, and fostering global partnerships, these roles help library professionals bring new ideas and opportunities home to their communities.

CILIP is a long-standing member of IFLA and encourages UK-based professionals to explore how they can get involved in international work through nominations, working groups, and knowledge exchange.

Sue Lacy-Bryant, CILIP President said:

"Volunteering with IFLA is a powerful way to contribute to the future of our profession while connecting with a global network of peers. We are looking forward to working with our members and the wider international community as the information and knowledge sector spearheads growth in the best interests of the communities we serve.

"We're proud of the UK's strong representation and thank all those who are stepping forward to serve."

View the full list of 2025 IFLA election results here

Save the Date: UK Caucus at IFLA WLIC 2025

CILIP will be hosting a UK Caucus networking event at this year's IFLA World Library and Information Congress in Astana, Kazakhstan.

Sunday 17 August 2025
Early evening (exact time and venue TBC)
Join us for informal networking, refreshments, and a chance to connect with the UK library community on the global stage.