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Academia & Publishing

How the Ban on Affirmative Action Affects Black Librarianship

The US Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action marks a significant setback on the path towards social justice. Moreover, it reflects over a century of bias against Black librarians. To ensure equitable opportunities it is crucial to recognize this legacy of institutional harm.

Ana Ndumu, Shauntee Burns-Simpson, Marlena Okechukwu | 02.08.2023

Academia & Publishing

6 Ways to Make Your Library Greener

Are you a librarian eager to contribute to a more sustainable world? We have some valuable tips and tricks to share with you!

Environment, Sustainability and Libraries Section of IFLA | 14.07.2023

Academia & Publishing

“Libraries Exist to Serve the Sustainable Development Goals”: An Interview with Barbara Lison

Libraries are key players in achieving the UN Sustainability Development Goals, according to Barbara Lison, President of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA). We talked to her about the 17 goals, actionable steps librarians can take, and the importance of advocating.

Barbara Lison, Alexandra Hinz | 03.07.2023

Academia & Publishing

The Future of Academic Libraries: A Utopian Vision for 2040 and Beyond

Envision a not-too-distant future, in which society has been completely transformed by digitization. Printed books have become obsolete and data management is completely run by artificial intelligence. What would happen to university libraries and their role in higher education? In this scenario, they would be anything but irrelevant.

Rudolf Mumenthaler | 24.04.2023

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