IFLA General Conference, 1984. Special Libraries Division. Section on Geography and Map Libraries. Papers.

This document comprises two papers on geography and map libraries and cartographic materials which were presented at the 1984 IFLA general conference. "Cartographic Materials as a Resource for National and Regional Planning and Development," by E. Hans van de Waal (Utrecht), addresses the importance of cartographic materials for development planning. It is divided into two sections: Cartographic Materials as Multi-Functional Sources of Information, including recent innovations related to earth resources satellites and synthetic aperture radar; and Public Policy-Making, Development Planning, and Cartographic Information, which addresses the possible aims of a national cartographic information policy, the need for coordination of research, and support for professional organizations. In "Geography and Map Library Equipment and Space Management as a Basis for Information and Service," Hermann Gunzel (West Germany) reports on a survey project of the IFLA Geography and Map Library Equipment and Space Management Working Group which is being conducted to help establish guidelines for map curators around the world. A copy of the questionnaire is appended. (THC)