Strong libraries, strong societies
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.3145/epi.2015.mar.02Keywords:
Public libraries, Social services, Social inclusion, Social insertion, Marginal groups, Marginalized, Special groups, Digital divide, Refugees, Migrants, Civil rights, Literacy, Third world, International Federation of Library Associations and InstitutionAbstract
Libraries have an impact on society by fostering equal opportunities to lifelong learning and education, research and innovation, culture and recreation for all. Strong libraries are those that have adequate capacity to meet the information needs of their user communities. Strong societies consist of informed citizens who actively participate in the life of their community and society. Crucial for strong libraries and strong societies is the democratic ideal "”freedom of access to information for all.
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