Vicki McDonald
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Vicki McDonald | |
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| Born | Vicki Gayle McDonald |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation | Librarian |
| Known for | IFLA President |
| Website | https://vickimcdonald.com/ |
Vicki Gayle McDonald OA is an Australian librarian who became President of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA).
Life
[edit]Her first library was at the Dalby-Wambo Public Library in Queensland which she joined as a librarian assistant.[1]
In 2015 she moved from New South Wales to become the State Librarian and Chief Executive Officer of State Library of Queensland.[1]
In 2020 McDonald was awarded the Order of Australia for her work with libraries[2] and their associations.[3]
She became President of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) serving in 2024.[4]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "State Librarian and Chief Executive Officer". State Library of Queensland. Retrieved 2024-10-04.
- ^ "IFLA Governing Board Member Receives Major National Honour". IFLA. 27 Jan 2020. Retrieved 4 Oct 2024.
- ^ honours.pmc.gov.au https://honours.pmc.gov.au/honours/awards/2005860. Retrieved 2024-10-04.
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