October 27, 2020
Misinformation, or fake news, has exploded across social media platforms and communities over the past few years, with serious social and political implications. Many library practitioners and organizations have argued that libraries can and should play a central role in educating the public about this emerging issue. However, serious gaps exist in understanding how libraries…
October 21, 2020
While perceptions of African libraries as development partners remain low and limited by development organizations, it is possible to change these perceptions. Quantitative data are necessary but insufficient in demonstrating library development value. Possible development partnership roles for African libraries are as community-embedded institutions, and development resource hubs.
October 3, 2020
Across Africa, libraries are contributing to development in their countries. However, this work remains largely unrecognized by international stakeholders in development. To bridge this gap, this research examines the current perceptions of libraries among development organizations and asks how libraries may gain visibility as partners. Interviews with development practitioners indicate that perceptions of libraries remain…
July 30, 2020
Investigating the data needs of public library staff and determining which of those needs can be met through the use of open data.
November 15, 2019
Thought leaders from libraries, civic media, collective action, peace building, media and data literacies explore civic engagement.
February 1, 2019
How do you identify and address technology accessibility and education gaps for refugee women in Seattle?
April 9, 2018
Advancing library visibility through effective data collection, use, and sharing in partnership with the African library community.
August 8, 2016
How does access to information contribute to achieving the sustainable development goals (SDGs)? What roles do libraries play in the United Nations’ 2030 Development Agenda?
December 16, 2015
Mobile information literacy is vital for those who have leapfrogged from traditional media to digital devices that provide instant access to information. What are the relevant skills, concepts, and attitudes for people using mobile devices, not PCs, to access the internet?
