The contribution of libraries for development and new agenda of the world

By Mr. Sok Lak, Co-founder of Scholar Library

The new UN 2030 Agenda is an inclusive, integrated framework of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) spanning economic, environmental and social development. By achieving this Agenda, no one will be left behind. Libraries are key institutions to help achieve the Goals.

Public access to information enables people to make informed decisions that can improve their lives. Communities that have access to timely and relevant information for all are better positioned to eradicate poverty and inequality, improve agriculture, provide quality education, and support people’s health, culture, research, and innovation.

The topic will highlight important of libraries in development especially new agenda and how youth involve to achieve new goals in Cambodia.

This lecture will be in Khmer language.
Free admission

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  • February 22, 2019 · 6:30 pm
  • Bophana Center
  • Conferences