Mission and Values
Mission
EIFL enables access to knowledge through libraries in developing and transition countries to contribute to sustainable economic and social development.
Values
EIFL was founded on a core belief that access to knowledge is necessary to advance sustainable social and economic development, and that libraries play a key role through the provision of high quality information resources and services.
Their work is guided by the following values:
- Practical, sustainable, local solutions
- Strong partnership approach
- Collaboration and knowledge sharing
- Transparency and integrity
- Creative and innovative thinking
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