MP-IDSA Vacancies for the Position of Research Fellow, Associate Fellow, Research Analyst: https://www.idsa.in/about/job

Manohar Parrikar Institute For Defence Studies and Analyses (MP-IDSA) Advertises for the Position of Research Fellow, Associate Fellow, Research Analyst: 

Details: https://www.idsa.in/about/job

ResComm 2025: Research Communication Conclave: Bringing Research into Action | 17-19 December, Sonipat, India

ResComm 2025: Research Communication Conclave: Bringing Research into Action

17-19 December 2025

Venue: Ashoka University, Rajiv Gandhi Education City, Sonipat, Haryana, India

About the Conclave 
Whether emerging from a lab or a lecture hall, powerful research communication turns complex ideas into compelling stories—bridging the gap between scholars and society, and transforming knowledge into action that informs, inspires, and creates real-world impact. In today's digital era, effective research communication is more important than ever. With an overwhelming volume of information competing for attention, it is vital that research not only reaches its intended audience but does so in a clear, compelling, and accessible manner. To meet this challenge, research institutions, universities, public and private sector organizations are increasingly relying on dedicated communication units to amplify their work and visibility. To help bridge the gap between research and its real-world impact, we are excited to host the Research Communication Conclave: Bringing Research into Action. This event will convene researchers and communication professionals across the humanities and sciences to explore innovative strategies for making research more accessible, engaging, and influential. Join us as we work together to transform how research connects with the world. 
Rescomm 2025 Conclave is open to a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including scientists, academics, professors, post-doctoral fellows, scholars, early-career researchers, communicators, library and information science professionals, and students. The conclave offers a dynamic programme schedule including 10+ workshops, 25+ speakers, 40+ exhibitions and 300+ participants. It provides an excellent opportunity to foster deep learning, networking and understanding of best practices in research communication. For queries write to rescomm2025@ashoka.edu.in
Workshops

• The Impact of Visualizations in Enhancing Research Communication
• Communicating Research through Visual Narratives
• Decoding the Mysteries of Grant Writing: A Collaboration-Focused Workshop
• Unmasking truth: The Art & Allure of Research Integrity
• Visualizing the World of Research & Education: Advancing Scientific Communication
• Crash Course in Grant and Manuscript Writing (For Sciences)
• Charting Your Professional Career Possibilities and Planning
• From Numbers to Narratives: A Microsoft-Powered Workshop on Data Storytelling

Details: https://www.rescomm2025.com/

Vol. 5, No. 11: Taking climate action

Libraries leading the charge on climate action 🌱

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November 2025 —  Vol. 5, No. 11 View in your browser → TAKING CLIMATE ACTION ISSUE What can we do in the face of challenges that seem too big to face? With predictions that 2025 will be one of the hottest years on record and climate politics always in the news, this may be a question we find ourselves facing quite often. The answer is, we can do what we can for our communities – and we can do it together. Over the years, IFLA has done just that. We have been helping the international community recognise the role of libraries in climate empowerment, as well as growing an understanding of the many ways libraries are making a difference. Happy reading! 🌱 Explore our full editorial IFLA Highlights IFLA President Leslie Weir shared a monthly message with all IFLA Members and Volunteers, updating on recent work and talking more about her priorities as President. Meanwhile, IFLA Secretary General Sharon Memis joined Swiss colleagues at their annual conference in Bern. In addition, IFLA has been represented at the UNESCO Global Conference, the World Summit on Social Development, the GLAM Wiki conference, the Seminar of Brazilian University Libraries, and more. Out Now: December 2025 issue of IFLA Journal The latest issue of IFLA Journal highlights critical contemporary themes, including trauma-informed librarianship, mental wellness, and the role of libraries as community anchors, alongside examinations of information rights, accessibility, and public policy. Download your copy Take the survey: what do the Trends mean for IFLA? Which of the Trends identified in IFLA's 2024 Trend Report will most affect IFLA's own work, from dynamic communities to effective advocacy, from capacity-building to long-term sustainability? Share your ideas in our survey by 30 November. Take the survey Stronger, Bolder, Together: Conclusions and resources Welcome to the collected resources from the Stronger, Bolder, Together series of webinars co-hosted by IFLA President 2023-25 Vicki McDonald, and IFLA President 2025-27 Leslie Weir! To the resources How to get Marrakesh Treaty implementation wrong When the Marrakesh Treaty was agreed over 12 years ago, IFLA celebrated alongside the World Blind Union and partners. The Treaty promised to offer a way to remove unnecessary copyright barriers to the making and sharing of books in accessible formats, and so to help end the book famine for persons with print disabilities. Learn more The shrinking vendor landscape: A wake-up call for libraries Libraries have lost power by relying on vendors for cost savings and efficiency. These vendors now control our content and access, limiting our choices. We must be sceptical of their intentions and long-term impact. Read on Metlib 2025: Libraries building social well-being worldwide IFLA's Metlib 2025 brought together urban library leaders and innovators in Toronto to explore how libraries can foster community connection, combat isolation, and promote well-being. Under the theme "From Isolation to Social Connection," participants engaged in dynamic discussions, workshops, and cultural activities, discovering fresh approaches that position metropolitan libraries as drivers of positive civic engagement and social transformation. Continue reading IFLA Advisory Committee on Standards announces new Chair An extraordinary process for the Chair of the Advisory Committee on Standards was held in October. The IFLA Governing Board has appointed Marian Morgan-Bindon (Australia) to serve in the role through 2027. We wish Marian and the Advisory Committee on Standards all the best in their work this term. Celebrating successes and looking to the future in Uzbekistan: IFLA at the UNESCO General Conference IFLA was at the 43rd UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan this month to celebrate successes and plan for future collaboration. We were excited to help launch a new Issue Brief published by the UNESCO Information For All Programme (IFAP) – Global Network of Libraries and Local Impact: A Policy Roadmap to Build an Inclusive Digital Future. This is a practical tool for Member States and library partners to foster inclusive and sustainable knowledge societies in the digital age through working together. See how it went Greening Communities Guidance: Lifelong learning for climate and sustainability action IFLA contributed to the drafting of a brand-new publication developed within the framework of the UNESCO Greening Education Partnership (GEP). This Guidance document on Greening Communities is about working together in partnerships to engage learners of all ages in climate education. As a co-author, IFLA integrated library examples and perspectives, and we are excited for you to use this tool to connect with like-minded partners in your community. Explore the guide and its practical tools below! Learn more Announcing IFLA's ambition to help libraries everywhere become climate information integrity champions! In line with the COP30 Action Agenda and commitments on Information Integrity for Climate Change, we are excited to announce our ambition to mobilise libraries! Discover more about how libraries can work to ensure access to reliable climate information, counter disinformation, and build media and information literacy skills for all. Use our quiz and self-assessment worksheet to help you consider how to advance your work on climate action, and access resources that guide you along the way. Take the first steps now! Library 5.0 and Regional Leadership: IFLA Perspectives at ANKOSLink 2025 The ANKOSLink 2025 Conference, held from 4 to 6 November 2025 at the Nation's Library in Ankara, Türkiye, brought together over 600 participants—including library professionals, academic leaders, researchers, and technology experts—from 30 countries to explore the future of knowledge access in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Learn more New connections: Libraries at the World Summit on Social Development When it comes to advancing inclusion and labour market integration, and combatting poverty, few other institutions have the reach and flexibility of libraries. The IFLA team at the World Summit on Social Development helped open delegates' eyes to this potential. Read on Volunteer opportunity: Multicultural Library Toolkit translation The IFLA Library Services to Multicultural Populations Section seeks volunteers to translate the IFLA/UNESCO Multicultural Library Manifesto Toolkit into more languages. Existing translations include Chinese, Persian, Arabic, Russian, Japanese, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Volunteers will receive the English version, simple formatting guidelines, and acknowledgement in the IFLA repository. Interested? Contact ifla.mcultp@gmail.com 1 December Virtual event IFLA November/December 2025 Townhall: Session C IFLA HQ 10 December Virtual event Universal Bibliographic Control: Global Perspectives on the 2025 IFLA Statement IFLA Bibliography (BIB) Section 10 December Virtual event Collaborating on a Policy Roadmap for an Inclusive Digital Future IFLA HQ Pay less for your 2026 IFLA membership – one month left ⏰ Thinking about joining IFLA? Fantastic! Sign up before 31 December and lock in the current membership price for 2026. Plus, you'll get a 25% discount for the 2026 IFLA Congress in Busan, South Korea, an opportunity to participate in the IFLA elections, and the chance to connect with a global community that shares your passion for libraries. Don't miss out: join today and keep making a difference. 💚 Not a member? Join us! New members, welcome! 🌟 IFLA warmly welcomes the following new members: Oakland University Libraries – United States School of Information Management, Wuhan University – China The Department of Information Science, State University of New York, Buffalo – United States of America University of Khorfakkan – United Arab Emirates We look forward to your engagement and involvement! SOCIAL SPOTLIGHT Want to get featured here? 👇 Don't forget to @IFLA and use the #IFLA hashtag! Update your preferences / Unsubscribe