Existing research argues that studies of the value of public libraries support libraries by
demonstrating their worth to society. Knowledge of research methods, value and research …

This article analyzes 12 semi-structured interviews within the framework of transformational
leadership, using a set of open-ended questions addressed to 12 directors (six men and six …

Purpose People with visual impairment comprise the second high disability population in
Hong Kong, but only two existing information centers provide information services for …

The existing research on classifying innovations by libraries does not treat social innovation
as a separate category. As a result, library practitioners interested in implementing social …

Public library staff are increasingly required to work with members of the public with high
social needs. Public libraries are places of sanctuary and connection for people …

Pendahuluan. Perpustakaan desa/kelurahan merupakan perpustakaan umum yang
mendukung kegiatan pendidikan masyarakat pedesaan. Perpustakaan desa diharapakan …

Public libraries are often regarded as having the potential to support healthy aging. Past
work has shown that public librarians increasingly endeavor to offer programs and services …

Purpose The purpose of this study is to describe the full picture of how public libraries
contribute to overcoming social division through their resources, programming and services …

Abs tract Purpose: The role of public libraries has changed and expanded compared to the
pas t. Since the beginning of the new century, we have seen fundamental changes in the …

Social inclusion of refugees and asylum seekers includes addressing their information
needs. This research seeks to examine the role of public libraries in this process through the …