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Friday, 9th February 2007

Librarians Without Borders: Three Reports

Librarians Without Borders: Three Reports
"Librarians Without Borders (LWB) is a non-profit organization that strives to improve access to information resources regardless of language, geography, or religion, by forming partnerships with community organizations in developing regions."
+ Literacy, Aid, and Developing Countries (Susanna Galbraith): "Definitions of literacy are explained along with theory that has debated the usefulness and practicalities of education and literacy in the developing world. Some publishing industry concerns and challenges are overviewed particularly in the African continent. Other issues examined include book donation programs, collection development, and aid for library development." (PDF; 154 KB)
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+ Books or Bytes? (Denver Nixon): "Information and communication technology (ICT) is currently receiving a considerable amount of attention in the popular press and library and information studies literature. It is also increasingly pushed as the primary “development solution” by several major international organizations. But is the current fervour justified? Should development organizations be placing all of their eggs in the ICT basket?" (PDF; 250 KB)
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+ Libraries in War, Civil Unrest, or Political Upheaval (Denver Nixon): "Wars, civil unrest, and political upheaval continue to threaten the very existence of libraries and information centres. Although the legal community is making efforts to condemn the destruction of libraries, perpetrators are seldom brought to justice. Librarians and information specialists must continue their creative efforts to avoid or mitigate loss, and to improve the efficacy of rebuilding efforts." (PDF; 89 KB)


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