Dr Alex Byrne AM FALIA the foundation chair of FAIFE, 1997-2003, and subsequently IFLA President 2005-2007. A retired librarian, university vice president, researcher and writer, I now focus on printmaking – my work can be seen at alexbyrne.com.au. My rich career in library and information took me to leadership roles at universities across Australia, culminating as the CEO of the State Library of New South Wales in Sydney. Internationally I contributed in various ways especially to the establishment of FAIFE, through IFLA’s advocacy at the World Summit on the Information Society and in facilitating the consideration of Indigenous matters, a lifelong concern. I have been fortunate to participate in a profession that is so vital to the global community and to work with so many dedicated colleagues in Australia and across the world.

Location

Sydney, Australia

Disciplines

• Visual Arts
• Cultural Studies and Ethnic Studies
• Political Science
• Information Science and Technology
• Journalism, Media, and Communication

Affiliation

Independent