Describes a planned session that addressed information policies in the global community that impact information professionals and users worldwide. Highlights include case studies, the European Union's Database Directive on anti-piracy, empowerment of disadvantaged communities, and the development of information policy in Israel. Presentations included: "Connecting the Disconnected" (Michel Menou); "The EU Database Directive" (John Rumble); and (Hans-Georg Strok). (LRW)