Title: Social justice and activism in libraries : essays on diversity and change /
Authors: Epstein, Su,; Smallwood, Carol, 1939-; Gubnitskaia, Vera, 1960-
Year: 2019
Subjects: Libraries and society.; Libraries and community.; Libraries Social aspects.; Libraries and minorities.; Social justice; Libraries United States Case studies.; Libraries; Libraries and community; Libraries and minorities; Libraries and society.; Libraries Social aspects; Social justice; United States
Abstract: "Experienced librarians offer ideas and guidance in seeking new creative paths, working to support change in library organizations and reexamining principles that may be taken for granted. Theoretical foundations are discussed, along with practical ideas such as the creation a book groups for the intellectually disabled and partnership with social workers or advocates for employees with disabilities"--
Contents: Part I. Bringing underrepresentation to the forefront -- Part II. Establishing partnerships -- Part III. Building communities -- Part IV. Administering with diversity -- Part V. Supporting activism -- Part VI. Generating programming -- Part VII. Expanding teaching.