Edmonton Public Library;
homeless;
inclusivity;
library behavior policy;
library staff;
public space;
safety;
socially vulnerable population;
SPACE;
LIBRARIES;
D O I:
10.1080/01930826.2019.1593711
中图分类号:
G25 [图书馆学、图书馆事业];
G35 [情报学、情报工作];
学科分类号:
1205 ;
120501 ;
摘要:
Modern public libraries strive for inclusivity. Part of this effort involves enhancing staff capacity for engaging with socially vulnerable populations. This paper presents the outcomes of a study on library use by homeless adults, one of the most vulnerable of populations. The study employed a mix of methods. Part one was quantitative: a survey of library patrons. A second, qualitative phase involved focus groups - two of which were comprised of homeless patrons. Several areas of concern and need emerged, including physical space, safety, library services, and interactions with the library staff.
机构:
Auburn Univ, Sch Commun & Journalism, Auburn, AL 36849 USAAuburn Univ, Sch Commun & Journalism, Auburn, AL 36849 USA
Brunner, Brigitta R.
Smallwood, Amber M. K.
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机构:
Univ West Georgia, Mass Commun, 1601 Maple St, Carrollton, GA 30118 USA
Univ West Georgia, Coll Social Sci, Carrollton, GA 30118 USAAuburn Univ, Sch Commun & Journalism, Auburn, AL 36849 USA