Presentation to the 2017 CILIP Public & Mobile Libraries Group and Community, Diversity and Equalities Group conference in Yarnfield Park, near Stafford
School libraries & the education, policy & social context in ScotlandCILIPScotland
- The document discusses the policy, educational, social, and digital contexts surrounding literacy and school libraries in Scotland. It notes the importance of early childhood literacy, closing attainment gaps, and empowering teachers, students, and parents. Poor literacy is linked to lower earnings, unemployment, poverty, and criminal behavior.
- Studies show that school libraries led by qualified librarians are associated with higher test scores and positive learning outcomes. However, budgets, cuts to local authorities, and digital trends are challenges. Emerging technologies like AI and augmented reality are changing definitions of literacy to include digital skills.
The document proposes policies for the London mayoral candidates to address poverty in London. Over 2 million Londoners live in poverty. It recommends that the next Mayor champion high quality and affordable childcare, continue efforts to close the educational attainment gap, integrate leadership of the education system, and establish family support hubs. For working age Londoners, it suggests improving employment services to focus on earnings and job progression, using procurement to create jobs for disadvantaged youth, and advocating for the London Living Wage. The Mayor has powers to champion causes that impact low-income households and promote inclusive economic growth.
This document discusses challenges facing children in low-income families in London across several key areas: housing, childcare, transport, work, health, and education. It notes that 37% of London's children live in poverty, compared to 27% nationally. Housing costs, childcare costs, lack of well-paid flexible jobs, and welfare reforms like the benefits cap have contributed to high child poverty rates. The document makes recommendations for the next Mayor, including establishing a Deputy Mayor role to oversee a pan-London Child Poverty Strategy and annual reporting on child poverty in the capital.
Partnering Strategically Presentation Oct 08 Updatetrmbomb
The document discusses mentoring and life skills programs to help at-risk youth. It notes statistics showing high dropout and unemployment rates. The organization provides in-school and after-school programs to develop career skills, ethics, leadership, and other life skills. Their goal is to partner with schools and communities to improve outcomes for emerging generations.
This document provides an overview of the challenges facing urban public libraries, using the Free Library of Philadelphia as a case study. It finds that while Philadelphians' use of libraries has grown in recent years, it remains below average compared to other major cities. The Free Library has struggled with an extraordinary number of unplanned branch closures due to understaffing. It has also been slower than some other cities to adapt services to changing community needs. Efforts to address these challenges are complicated by the Free Library's complex governance structure between the city and independent boards.
The document discusses the role of libraries in building social capital and connecting communities. It provides background on the Chicago Public Library system, noting its large size, diverse collections and programming, and presence in neighborhoods throughout Chicago. The library aims to bridge different groups and provide equal access to information. Key to its success are partnerships with other organizations, programming that promotes learning and social connections, and services like homework help for students and digital skills training.
School libraries & the education, policy & social context in ScotlandCILIPScotland
- The document discusses the policy, educational, social, and digital contexts surrounding literacy and school libraries in Scotland. It notes the importance of early childhood literacy, closing attainment gaps, and empowering teachers, students, and parents. Poor literacy is linked to lower earnings, unemployment, poverty, and criminal behavior.
- Studies show that school libraries led by qualified librarians are associated with higher test scores and positive learning outcomes. However, budgets, cuts to local authorities, and digital trends are challenges. Emerging technologies like AI and augmented reality are changing definitions of literacy to include digital skills.
The document proposes policies for the London mayoral candidates to address poverty in London. Over 2 million Londoners live in poverty. It recommends that the next Mayor champion high quality and affordable childcare, continue efforts to close the educational attainment gap, integrate leadership of the education system, and establish family support hubs. For working age Londoners, it suggests improving employment services to focus on earnings and job progression, using procurement to create jobs for disadvantaged youth, and advocating for the London Living Wage. The Mayor has powers to champion causes that impact low-income households and promote inclusive economic growth.
This document discusses challenges facing children in low-income families in London across several key areas: housing, childcare, transport, work, health, and education. It notes that 37% of London's children live in poverty, compared to 27% nationally. Housing costs, childcare costs, lack of well-paid flexible jobs, and welfare reforms like the benefits cap have contributed to high child poverty rates. The document makes recommendations for the next Mayor, including establishing a Deputy Mayor role to oversee a pan-London Child Poverty Strategy and annual reporting on child poverty in the capital.
Partnering Strategically Presentation Oct 08 Updatetrmbomb
The document discusses mentoring and life skills programs to help at-risk youth. It notes statistics showing high dropout and unemployment rates. The organization provides in-school and after-school programs to develop career skills, ethics, leadership, and other life skills. Their goal is to partner with schools and communities to improve outcomes for emerging generations.
This document provides an overview of the challenges facing urban public libraries, using the Free Library of Philadelphia as a case study. It finds that while Philadelphians' use of libraries has grown in recent years, it remains below average compared to other major cities. The Free Library has struggled with an extraordinary number of unplanned branch closures due to understaffing. It has also been slower than some other cities to adapt services to changing community needs. Efforts to address these challenges are complicated by the Free Library's complex governance structure between the city and independent boards.
The document discusses the role of libraries in building social capital and connecting communities. It provides background on the Chicago Public Library system, noting its large size, diverse collections and programming, and presence in neighborhoods throughout Chicago. The library aims to bridge different groups and provide equal access to information. Key to its success are partnerships with other organizations, programming that promotes learning and social connections, and services like homework help for students and digital skills training.
This document provides a summary of key trends and events in the library community in 2011-2012. It discusses budget cuts faced by many libraries due to economic struggles but also increased demand for library services. Public library usage increased in many major cities. The growth of ebooks increased demand but libraries had limited access due to publisher restrictions. The ALA addressed issues around digital content and ebooks. Internationally, librarians assisted colleagues in Haiti and Japan following natural disasters.
This document discusses public attitudes towards public services and volunteering in the UK. It finds that most people believe public services have gotten worse over the last five years and do not have confidence that the current government's policies will improve them long-term. While many people feel they have skills to offer their communities, stated interest in volunteering does not always translate into high participation rates. Factors like being asked directly, a sense of reciprocity, and social norms can encourage more social action. Efforts should focus on empowering communities to help themselves and each other, rather than expecting people to help strained public services.
The Huntsville-Madison County Public Library is launching capital campaigns to fund the construction of new libraries in North Huntsville, South Huntsville, and Madison. These new libraries are needed to replace outdated facilities and better serve growing populations. The campaigns aim to raise $4.4 million for North Huntsville, $2.5 million for South Huntsville, and $1.7 million for Madison, with support from local governments and community donations. The new high-tech libraries will expand services, programs, collections and technology access for residents of all ages across Madison County.
This document provides a summary of a report on the LATCH service, which provides housing and support to homeless young people in the London Borough of Bromley.
The summary includes:
1) LATCH collaborates with many homeless and housing organizations, providing added value and savings to the local council and society through supporting vulnerable young people.
2) The report will quantify these savings and benefits based on individual client costs if they did not receive support, as well as time/efficiency savings for other housing professionals.
3) The report will also highlight how LATCH supports not just clients but other local organizations, and suggest areas for business development and improvement, including whether the LATCH model could be applied in
This newsletter provides information on upcoming events and resources related to faith and further education. Highlights include:
- Details about Inter Faith Week 2010 from November 21-27, encouraging further education colleges to hold events celebrating different faiths.
- An announcement of regional workshops in November and January on managing issues around sexual orientation, faith, and equality in education settings.
- A notice about an upcoming event in March 2011 to discuss the future of religious education and what is most important to prioritize.
David Giles, Research Director at the Center for an Urban Future, testified about the economic impact of NYC's public libraries. He discussed how the Center's previous research found that libraries boost workforce skills and quality of life. Their new research has found that libraries serve as community centers that provide services like ESOL classes, job assistance, tax help, and access to technology. Libraries help address social issues like literacy and play a role in supporting other city services. Giles argued that libraries are undervalued but are well-positioned to help NYC face challenges in education, immigration, and an aging population.
The document discusses several issues:
1) The LGBT society is protesting rules that prevent men who have had sex with men in the last 12 months from donating blood, arguing the rules are discriminatory. However, boycotting blood donations could negatively impact many patients.
2) A survey found that nearly a third of students and a fifth of graduates feel university courses do not provide good value for the high tuition fees. Complaints included inconsistent teaching quality and a lack of teaching hours relative to costs.
3) The Student Union proposed taking a stance supporting Palestine in the Israel/Palestine conflict, but commenting argues the SU should remain neutral given the complexity of the issue and diversity of student views.
The document discusses the concept of the "Big Society" proposed by Phillip Blond which aims to increase civic participation, social cohesion, and distribute power and assets more widely in the UK. It notes decreasing levels of civic engagement and social trust in the UK compared to other European countries like the Netherlands. The Big Society seeks to address these issues through encouraging social enterprises, asset ownership, community empowerment, and greater participation in public services. While the Netherlands scores higher on many social metrics, it still faces its own social and ethnic divides.
The document discusses the social value of public bus transportation. It finds that investment in buses and bus infrastructure can significantly improve social outcomes related to health, education, income, employment, and social inclusion. A 10% improvement in local bus connectivity is associated with a 3.6% reduction in deprivation across neighborhoods, including in the most deprived areas. Better bus services can lead to thousands more people with increased income, in employment, and with adult skills, as well as fewer years of life lost. The social benefits of buses should be considered alongside economic and environmental factors in transportation investment and policy decisions.
The document discusses plans for a new community library called the Oxford Community Library Project in Mexico. It aims to promote reading, learning, and access to technology for underprivileged children and families. The library will provide books, computers, work areas, and host activities to encourage reading and strengthen moral values. A school bus will transport community members to the library for free. The library will be staffed by volunteers, including students, and aims to implement its programs in more locations to make a positive impact on the community.
This webinar explored the challenges and opportunities for people ageing in rural and coastal places, the impact of the pandemic on rural communities and the action required to support their recovery.
Find out more: https://www.ageing-better.org.uk/events/ageing-rural-place-webinar
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, people without access to the internet were already at a severe disadvantage in terms of accessing essential goods, services, job opportunities and financial support. The pandemic has dramatically exacerbated this situation. People — many for the first time — have increasingly had to rely on the internet and digital devices to get things done, and to participate fully in society.
In this webinar we presented and discussed the key findings from our research with Citizens Online. The aim of the research was to explore the digital experiences of older adults, and the organisations supporting them during the pandemic.
Find out more: https://www.ageing-better.org.uk/events/digital-skills-connect-webinar
Joris de bres address to the 2012 new zealand diversity forum, aotea centre, ...Human Rights Commission
The document summarizes significant changes to race relations in New Zealand over the past decade, as addressed by the Race Relations Commissioner Joris de Bres at the 2012 New Zealand Diversity Forum. Key shifts included increased recognition of indigenous Māori culture and rights, greater diversity in immigration and demographics, the Canterbury earthquakes, and the growth of social media. De Bres highlighted ongoing challenges of countering racial prejudice and inequality, and the importance of continuing work to celebrate diversity, achieve racial equality, foster harmonious relations, and fulfill promises of the Treaty of Waitangi.
What makes for successful community outreach at a busy public library? Figuring out how to say yes, deciding that the library can help solve real community problems, and believing in the library's mission. What do bank robbers, horse taming and a 275 year old man have to do with library outreach? Watch and find out!
This set of slides brings together findings from ‘The State of Ageing in 2020’.
We are offering this PowerPoint for use by others in your own presentations but we ask that you retain references to the Centre for Ageing Better.
New developments in marketing trends 2010 march 2010Alison O'Hara
The document discusses new trends in marketing for 2010, including:
1) Changes in private sector support for the arts due to the recession, with private investment and individual giving declining.
2) Emerging social trends like increased acceptance of same-sex relationships and couples living together rather than marrying.
3) Demographic shifts such as young adults delaying independence and living with parents longer due to economic factors.
good-big-society-brief What the Government should do for people with with l...Pete and Wendy Crane
This document discusses the need for governments to promote policies that support full citizenship and inclusion for people with learning disabilities. It finds that community networks are key to independence for these individuals. However, support is currently limited and many people remain institutionalized or isolated. The document argues for strengthening community support networks through circles of support, focusing on supported employment, and ensuring self-advocacy groups continue. Overall, governments must promote interdependence and challenge assumptions that people with learning disabilities are less than fully human or entitled to equal rights.
This document discusses the importance of collaboration between local governments and libraries. It emphasizes building relationships with governing bodies, library staff, and the community. Libraries must understand the current economic and technological landscape and establish their continued relevance by connecting to the city's mission of vibrant neighborhoods, a strong business community, and green spaces. The library plays an important role in advocacy and leadership by clearly articulating its mission and demonstrating how it serves community needs and values.
Bringing it all together! Building a citywide intelligence hub to support the development of a place-based joint strategic needs assessment. Presentation to the Local Area Research and Intelligence Association (Laria) Annual Conference, 13 May 2019.
Keynote speech at Tourism Education Futures (TEFI) ConferenceNigel Morgan
This talk at the TEFI conference focused on global citizenship and social inclusion through a tourism lens. In particular, it discusses poverty of tourism opportunities in affluent societies such as the UK.
This document provides a summary of key trends and events in the library community in 2011-2012. It discusses budget cuts faced by many libraries due to economic struggles but also increased demand for library services. Public library usage increased in many major cities. The growth of ebooks increased demand but libraries had limited access due to publisher restrictions. The ALA addressed issues around digital content and ebooks. Internationally, librarians assisted colleagues in Haiti and Japan following natural disasters.
This document discusses public attitudes towards public services and volunteering in the UK. It finds that most people believe public services have gotten worse over the last five years and do not have confidence that the current government's policies will improve them long-term. While many people feel they have skills to offer their communities, stated interest in volunteering does not always translate into high participation rates. Factors like being asked directly, a sense of reciprocity, and social norms can encourage more social action. Efforts should focus on empowering communities to help themselves and each other, rather than expecting people to help strained public services.
The Huntsville-Madison County Public Library is launching capital campaigns to fund the construction of new libraries in North Huntsville, South Huntsville, and Madison. These new libraries are needed to replace outdated facilities and better serve growing populations. The campaigns aim to raise $4.4 million for North Huntsville, $2.5 million for South Huntsville, and $1.7 million for Madison, with support from local governments and community donations. The new high-tech libraries will expand services, programs, collections and technology access for residents of all ages across Madison County.
This document provides a summary of a report on the LATCH service, which provides housing and support to homeless young people in the London Borough of Bromley.
The summary includes:
1) LATCH collaborates with many homeless and housing organizations, providing added value and savings to the local council and society through supporting vulnerable young people.
2) The report will quantify these savings and benefits based on individual client costs if they did not receive support, as well as time/efficiency savings for other housing professionals.
3) The report will also highlight how LATCH supports not just clients but other local organizations, and suggest areas for business development and improvement, including whether the LATCH model could be applied in
This newsletter provides information on upcoming events and resources related to faith and further education. Highlights include:
- Details about Inter Faith Week 2010 from November 21-27, encouraging further education colleges to hold events celebrating different faiths.
- An announcement of regional workshops in November and January on managing issues around sexual orientation, faith, and equality in education settings.
- A notice about an upcoming event in March 2011 to discuss the future of religious education and what is most important to prioritize.
David Giles, Research Director at the Center for an Urban Future, testified about the economic impact of NYC's public libraries. He discussed how the Center's previous research found that libraries boost workforce skills and quality of life. Their new research has found that libraries serve as community centers that provide services like ESOL classes, job assistance, tax help, and access to technology. Libraries help address social issues like literacy and play a role in supporting other city services. Giles argued that libraries are undervalued but are well-positioned to help NYC face challenges in education, immigration, and an aging population.
The document discusses several issues:
1) The LGBT society is protesting rules that prevent men who have had sex with men in the last 12 months from donating blood, arguing the rules are discriminatory. However, boycotting blood donations could negatively impact many patients.
2) A survey found that nearly a third of students and a fifth of graduates feel university courses do not provide good value for the high tuition fees. Complaints included inconsistent teaching quality and a lack of teaching hours relative to costs.
3) The Student Union proposed taking a stance supporting Palestine in the Israel/Palestine conflict, but commenting argues the SU should remain neutral given the complexity of the issue and diversity of student views.
The document discusses the concept of the "Big Society" proposed by Phillip Blond which aims to increase civic participation, social cohesion, and distribute power and assets more widely in the UK. It notes decreasing levels of civic engagement and social trust in the UK compared to other European countries like the Netherlands. The Big Society seeks to address these issues through encouraging social enterprises, asset ownership, community empowerment, and greater participation in public services. While the Netherlands scores higher on many social metrics, it still faces its own social and ethnic divides.
The document discusses the social value of public bus transportation. It finds that investment in buses and bus infrastructure can significantly improve social outcomes related to health, education, income, employment, and social inclusion. A 10% improvement in local bus connectivity is associated with a 3.6% reduction in deprivation across neighborhoods, including in the most deprived areas. Better bus services can lead to thousands more people with increased income, in employment, and with adult skills, as well as fewer years of life lost. The social benefits of buses should be considered alongside economic and environmental factors in transportation investment and policy decisions.
The document discusses plans for a new community library called the Oxford Community Library Project in Mexico. It aims to promote reading, learning, and access to technology for underprivileged children and families. The library will provide books, computers, work areas, and host activities to encourage reading and strengthen moral values. A school bus will transport community members to the library for free. The library will be staffed by volunteers, including students, and aims to implement its programs in more locations to make a positive impact on the community.
This webinar explored the challenges and opportunities for people ageing in rural and coastal places, the impact of the pandemic on rural communities and the action required to support their recovery.
Find out more: https://www.ageing-better.org.uk/events/ageing-rural-place-webinar
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, people without access to the internet were already at a severe disadvantage in terms of accessing essential goods, services, job opportunities and financial support. The pandemic has dramatically exacerbated this situation. People — many for the first time — have increasingly had to rely on the internet and digital devices to get things done, and to participate fully in society.
In this webinar we presented and discussed the key findings from our research with Citizens Online. The aim of the research was to explore the digital experiences of older adults, and the organisations supporting them during the pandemic.
Find out more: https://www.ageing-better.org.uk/events/digital-skills-connect-webinar
Joris de bres address to the 2012 new zealand diversity forum, aotea centre, ...Human Rights Commission
The document summarizes significant changes to race relations in New Zealand over the past decade, as addressed by the Race Relations Commissioner Joris de Bres at the 2012 New Zealand Diversity Forum. Key shifts included increased recognition of indigenous Māori culture and rights, greater diversity in immigration and demographics, the Canterbury earthquakes, and the growth of social media. De Bres highlighted ongoing challenges of countering racial prejudice and inequality, and the importance of continuing work to celebrate diversity, achieve racial equality, foster harmonious relations, and fulfill promises of the Treaty of Waitangi.
What makes for successful community outreach at a busy public library? Figuring out how to say yes, deciding that the library can help solve real community problems, and believing in the library's mission. What do bank robbers, horse taming and a 275 year old man have to do with library outreach? Watch and find out!
This set of slides brings together findings from ‘The State of Ageing in 2020’.
We are offering this PowerPoint for use by others in your own presentations but we ask that you retain references to the Centre for Ageing Better.
New developments in marketing trends 2010 march 2010Alison O'Hara
The document discusses new trends in marketing for 2010, including:
1) Changes in private sector support for the arts due to the recession, with private investment and individual giving declining.
2) Emerging social trends like increased acceptance of same-sex relationships and couples living together rather than marrying.
3) Demographic shifts such as young adults delaying independence and living with parents longer due to economic factors.
good-big-society-brief What the Government should do for people with with l...Pete and Wendy Crane
This document discusses the need for governments to promote policies that support full citizenship and inclusion for people with learning disabilities. It finds that community networks are key to independence for these individuals. However, support is currently limited and many people remain institutionalized or isolated. The document argues for strengthening community support networks through circles of support, focusing on supported employment, and ensuring self-advocacy groups continue. Overall, governments must promote interdependence and challenge assumptions that people with learning disabilities are less than fully human or entitled to equal rights.
This document discusses the importance of collaboration between local governments and libraries. It emphasizes building relationships with governing bodies, library staff, and the community. Libraries must understand the current economic and technological landscape and establish their continued relevance by connecting to the city's mission of vibrant neighborhoods, a strong business community, and green spaces. The library plays an important role in advocacy and leadership by clearly articulating its mission and demonstrating how it serves community needs and values.
Bringing it all together! Building a citywide intelligence hub to support the development of a place-based joint strategic needs assessment. Presentation to the Local Area Research and Intelligence Association (Laria) Annual Conference, 13 May 2019.
Keynote speech at Tourism Education Futures (TEFI) ConferenceNigel Morgan
This talk at the TEFI conference focused on global citizenship and social inclusion through a tourism lens. In particular, it discusses poverty of tourism opportunities in affluent societies such as the UK.
A personal story of how resilience can be harnessed and social justice brought to bear in rural communities across UK. Spanning 30 years from Anglesey to the high Andes and back we look at what features of low income lives will become critical when the current hegemony finally draws its last breaths.
On 15 September, the NCVO National Volunteering Forum met in Manchester to share analysis on the potential implications of Brexit for volunteering, and discuss the evidence & real life examples demonstrating the role that volunteering can play in improving social cohesion.
Ahead of We Media Miami 2009, we asked applicants of our Pitch It competition to submit a roughly 65 word description of their endeavor. While we were not able to showcase everyone in person in Miami, this is a collection of more than 100 projects that are being worked on around the world.
Queensland Speaking Tour: Learnings from the UKHelen Milner
1) The document discusses lessons learned from a UK digital inclusion program that helped 1.8 million people gain basic digital skills. It highlights that digital inclusion can lead to better lives through reduced social challenges and a stronger economy.
2) The program was delivered through a network of 5,000 local partners and an online learning platform. It provided in-person support through community hubs and outreach in addition to online tools and courses.
3) Evaluation found the program improved people's quality of life, employability, financial management skills, and use of government services. It also achieved cost savings for the government through increased online service usage.
Akili Preparatory School and Library is located in Obunga slum in Kisumu, Kenya. The report discusses the background of the community, including key assets like location, transportation, and agriculture potential, as well as areas needing improvement such as sanitation, health system, and unemployment. It also describes the Riley Orton Foundation, founded by David Omondi and Erick Otieno to empower women and girls in Obunga through education initiatives like Akili Library and Akili Preparatory School for girls.
Presentation on Steps to end child poverty, presented at the REACH2010 event, organised by Hackney CEN. www.hcvs.org.uk
Presented by Toebe Potash, Lubavitch Youth and Children & Young People’s Providers Forum and
Joanna Sumner, Assistant Director, Policy and Performance, LB Hackney
The document discusses problems and challenges facing rural development in the Philippines. It outlines several key issues in rural regions, including low incomes, unemployment, and lack of access to education and healthcare. Some major impediments to rural development are identified as poor transportation and road infrastructure, inadequate rural healthcare systems, problems with rural education like lack of funding and resources, high unemployment rates, and digital poverty due to weak connectivity in rural areas. Overall, the document analyzes socioeconomic issues impacting quality of life for the rural population in the Philippines and directions for improving rural development.
Digital Services Team & Strategic Commissioning Away Day
The speaker discussed the journey of digital and information services in Kent. Key points included:
1) The government's "digital by default" policy and the challenge of digital exclusion for 18% of Kent residents.
2) The team's work to develop an online "Tool for All" directory to simplify access to services based on user research and design principles.
3) The benefits of collaboration between Digital Services and Commissioning and an invitation to continue providing feedback to improve support for residents.
This document discusses the challenges faced by low-income working families living in inner London. It provides statistics showing high rates of child poverty in inner London boroughs. It then discusses the lived experiences of these families based on interviews conducted by the non-profit 4in10. Many families struggle with high rents and costs of living, while wages are not keeping pace. Even for those with jobs, poverty rates remain high in both part-time and full-time working families in London. The families interviewed discussed difficulties with housing, managing finances, debt, and accessing healthy food. While London has experienced strong economic growth, this growth has not benefited all residents and has not reduced poverty rates for these inner city families.
The document discusses three topics:
1. Youngballymun is working to enhance learning and well-being outcomes for children in Ballymun through community-based strategies and regeneration of the built environment.
2. New York Communities for Change is a coalition of working families fighting for social and economic justice in New York through community organizing, advocacy, and direct action.
3. Camara is a social enterprise that refurbishes used computers from Ireland, loads them with educational software, and sets them up as learning centers in schools in Africa and Ireland to improve education delivery.
The document discusses a proposed project called "YES" that aims to improve living conditions for underprivileged youth involved in informal sectors. It notes problems in India like poverty, hunger and unemployment despite economic growth. The project would work in key unorganized sectors like waste management, education, and healthcare to make services more accessible. It would provide education, training and job opportunities through environmentally sustainable services. Action plans include better communication between government and youth, waste management and recycling initiatives, and sustainable livelihood programs like "green jobs." The goal is to support underprivileged youth through socially and environmentally accountable opportunities.
This document provides summaries of Sara Lucia's portfolio projects. It describes 10 projects she has worked on in various roles related to experience design, communication design, education, and social impact. The projects involve working with organizations in Colombia on initiatives related to literacy, women's empowerment, environmental sustainability, and more. Sara's roles included project designer, advisor, founder, account manager, and co-leader. The projects utilized approaches like co-design, learning experience design, and strategic communication to address issues around poverty, education, incomes, and other social and environmental challenges.
Hugh O'Connor, CEO of Age Friendly Ireland speaking from The National Homecar...myhomecare
This slideshow is from Hugh O'Connor, CEO of Age Friendly Ireland. Hugh recently spoke at Irelands first ever National Homecare Conference which took place on 28th March in The Ballsbridge Hotel in Dublin.
Poverty mary wiley_2015-05-01 good15 knowledge session data & poverty masterGO Open Data (GOOD)
This document discusses using data to help reduce poverty in Ontario. It notes that addressing poverty requires collaboration between different sectors. The session will discuss the roles of public, non-profit, and private sectors in tackling root causes of socio-economic issues and how data can be created, managed, and utilized in an open manner. It then provides statistics on poverty in Ontario, showing that over 1.5 million people live in low-income households, including many vulnerable groups that have higher rates. Finally, it outlines Ontario's Poverty Reduction Strategy, including objectives, initiatives, and goals in areas like helping children and youth, employment, homelessness, and using evidence-based policies.
The document discusses several topics related to community development and youth programs in Ireland:
- Youngballymun is working to enhance learning and well-being outcomes for children in Ballymun through community-based programs and the regeneration of the built environment.
- New York Communities for Change is a coalition of working families fighting for social and economic justice through community organizing and advocacy.
- Camara is a social enterprise that refurbishes used computers from Ireland and provides them to schools in Africa to improve access to education through technology.
Well-being and impact have become very familiar terms in recent times. Since 2015 many public bodies in Wales have a duty under the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act to carry out sustainable development. This is about improving the way that we can achieve our economic, social, environmental and cultural well-being. Dr Owain Rhys Roberts presents how this has been considered and applied at The National Library of Wales and gives participants the opportunity to reflect and consider how this can be applied to their own context.
Many of the stories and case studies shared at this conference highlight just how important the art of collaboration is to ensuring successful projects and initiatives. In this workshop, Mystery Beck explores the art of collaboration, addressing the key questions we need to consider in order to collaborate effectively.
Towards a green Library: the British library’s response to climate changeCILIP
The British Library is taking steps to address climate change through reducing emissions, engaging audiences, collaborating with partners, and supporting staff initiatives. Emissions have been reduced 67% since 2009 through efficiency projects. Infrastructure projects will pursue sustainability certifications. Programs will increase climate literacy and engage communities. Networks will support green businesses and best practices. A staff sustainability group promotes action within the Library. The Green Libraries Partnership aims to place libraries at the heart of environmental change.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow, releases endorphins, and promotes changes in the brain which help regulate emotions and stress levels.
Opening the Doors: Scotland moving Forward in collaborationCILIP
The University of Glasgow, one of the oldest and largest university libraries in Europe, holds an extensive range of unique and internationally significant collections. Martina McChrystal describes the Scottish funding landscape that enables cross sectoral library collaboration, the hybrid service innovations that her colleagues at Glasgow have implemented and explores some recent Scotland-wide collaborative projects they have participated in.
Making an impact by optimising space: How to keep track of print material in ...CILIP
Christine Brennan presents Marjan Baas-Harmsma's paper: The three campus libraries at Bangor University are merging into a single library. Much of the print stock is being relegated to an offsite storage unit to deal with space issues, preserve unique items and safeguard collections of special interest. Instead of using a conventional classification system, Bangor University uses Caia software and solutions, a modern storage solution that promises 100% discoverability and optimisation of available space.
Looking to improve your library’s sustainable environmental practices? In this opening address, CILIP President Kate Robinson explores the central role that librarians and information professionals play in helping their organisations and users work towards a more sustainable society. Kate shares highlights of CILIP’s sustainability initiatives including the new Green Libraries Partnership.
High level searching of medical and health related resources is a key skill for NHS Wales Librarians. In this session, Katrina Hall and Nia Morris explore the work being done to improve literature searching skills and services to ensure standardisation and quality across the organisation, and the resulting formation of a small team of expert searchers supporting the work of Health Education & Improvement Wales.
Celebrating the story of where higher education began in WalesCILIP
St David’s College, Lampeter was established in 1822. As part of the bicentenary celebrations the Special Collections and Archives embarked on several sustainable and collaborative projects to both highlight the collections, as well as explore further those individuals and groups who played key parts in the narrative of the Institution. Alison Harding will explore these projects and the partnerships developed through this work.
Reinventing online services to bridge the digital divideCILIP
Ian Rennie and Ceri Powell: During lockdown the Library and Learning Technology Service at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai established a library technology team to support both learners and staff. The team created a bilingual study skills site, online subject guides and coordinated a project to supply over a thousand devices to students to facilitate learning from home. The initiative won silver in the Welsh Library Team of the Year Awards in 2021.
Our place in an organisation that cares for the natural resources of WalesCILIP
Natural Resources Wales has embedded sustainable principles in all its work. In this session Kester Savage and Joanne Hindes explain how library and information services fit into the wider sustainability goals of the organisation and the challenges faced in putting sustainability in front and centre of their work.
This document discusses copyright considerations for research data. It explains that primary research data and secondary data may be protected by copyright or database rights. Whether copyright protects research data depends on how the data is created, shared, and reused. Special considerations include determining who owns the copyright - the researcher, university, or research funder. Permission should always be checked when planning to share or reuse data due to variations in copyright laws between jurisdictions. Resources are provided to help researchers understand copyright as it relates to sharing and using research data, including on social media platforms.
The document discusses the difficulties of text and data mining (TDM) for a research project between the British Library and several universities. It summarizes that:
1) While the UK copyright law contains a TDM exception, it was not drafted with research partnerships in mind and does not allow the British Library to share digitized content with research partners.
2) Practical difficulties in assessing and obtaining permissions for the huge amount of copyrighted content were addressed through high-level content analysis, spot checks, and managing risks.
3) The British Library addressed legal difficulties by having partners temporarily join the library and access digitized content on a secure server, then deleting the content after use.
This document provides an overview of CLA's licence and product innovations across various sectors. Recent and upcoming enhancements include:
- Expanding the Digital Content Store with born-digital content for higher education.
- Implementing a per-chapter fee structure for document supply and continuing the 'Pay CFP' pilot.
- Growing the Education Platform's digital content and developing tools to better track educator reuse for schools/FE.
- Partnering to automate data collection from MFD scanning and develop apps/tools.
- Introducing new training and international education licences.
The Modernist Archives Publishing Project (MAPP) and Copyright CILIP
This document summarizes the work of the Modernist Archives Publishing Project (MAPP) and their copyright workstream. MAPP is a collaboration between several universities and cultural institutions to make archival materials freely available online. The copyright workstream led by Helena Clarkson of the University of Reading is responsible for clearing copyrights on the archival content. The summary discusses Clarkson's process of researching and contacting copyright holders, building flexibility into workflows, managing risks and relationships, and lessons learned from the project.
The quotation exception in educational and scholarly contextsCILIP
The quotation exception allows for use of copyrighted works without permission under certain conditions. It was introduced into UK law in 2014 and is broader than traditionally understood. Recent CJEU rulings have interpreted the scope of quotation to include use of entire works if needed for the purpose and in accordance with fair practice. Quotation could benefit cultural and education institutions by allowing greater expressive use of works, though unpublished works and commercial education uses may be more limited.
The document summarizes recent innovations by the Copyright Licensing Agency (CLA). It discusses evolutions to CLA's Digital Content Store and licensing for higher education. For further education and schools, it outlines developments to the Education Platform and new data collection methods. Finally, it introduces two new CLA licenses: one for training organizations and another for international schools delivering a UK curriculum abroad.
The question of #ebookSOS: is copyright reform the answer?CILIP
This document discusses issues with ebook access and copyright legislation. It notes that ebooks are often only available in expensive bundles or large packages, and individual titles frequently become unavailable. Current copyright exceptions and licensing schemes are limited and restrict what users can do. The document proposes possible solutions like copyright reform, controlled digital lending, and open access models. It includes a quote supporting controlled digital lending as a way to make knowledge more accessible while respecting authors' rights.
This document summarizes Margaret Haig's presentation on exceptions to copyright. It discusses what types of works are protected by copyright (literary, dramatic, musical, artistic, films, broadcasts, sound recordings, published editions, and performances). It also outlines what is not protected by copyright (ideas, facts, and works where copyright has expired). The presentation explains different exceptions to copyright like fair dealing for non-commercial research and quotation, as well as exceptions that are useful for libraries, archives, museums, education, and more widely. It provides an overview of the orphan works licensing scheme and considerations for making new copyrighted materials.
Enhancing Asset Quality: Strategies for Financial Institutionsshruti1menon2
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3. Case study: single pensioner
Rosaleen is 75, single and lives in south
Belfast where she is active in the local
community. Having worked all her life, she
had thought that her state pension and a
small occupational pension would be
sufficient in her retirement. But,
increasingly, she finds paying the bills
difficult.
“The choices that I would have to do
without – I couldn’t go to the pictures
because I’d be worrying about my money, in
case I need it tomorrow. It’s scrimping, the
whole of your life.”
http://www.poverty.ac.uk/living-poverty/personal-experiences/rosaleen-single-pensioner
4. Case study: young jobseeker
Marc is 19 and lives in Redcar - a town
where there are twelve times as many
people claiming job seeker’s allowance as
there are job vacancies.
Despite having passed a number of GCSEs
and A-levels and having applied for
hundreds of jobs over the last two years,
Marc is still unemployed.
“I want in my life to be steady enough to
feed myself and my kids. I grew up on
benefits and my sisters did. Because my
mum couldn’t feed herself when she was
feeding us. When she fed us, she would
starve herself for two days.”
http://www.poverty.ac.uk/living-poverty/personal-experiences/marcs-story-north-east-england
5. Case study: low-paid worker
Renée is 40 and works long hours for low
pay to try to provide for her four children,
aged 3 to 14, and her 80-year-old mother.
The three generations of the family share a
damp and overcrowded three-bedroom
council flat in Hackney, in inner London.
“No-one sleeps in the back room because of
the damp. If we did sleep in there, we’d get
sick. We’ve no room, so me, my mum and
my sister top and tail.”
http://www.poverty.ac.uk/living-poverty/personal-experiences/renee-low-paid-worker
6. Key facts
In 2014/15, there were 13.5 million people living in low-income households,
21% of the UK population
The number of private renters in poverty has doubled over the last decade
The number of households accepted as homeless has increased for five years in
a row. Evictions by landlords are near a ten-year high
The proportion of working-age adults in employment is at a record high. Full-
time employees account for 62% of the growth in jobs since 2010
The number of people in poverty in a working family is 55% – a record high
1.4 million children are in long-term workless households, down 280,000 in four
years. Excluding lone parent families with a child under five, 55% of these
children have a disabled adult in their household.
Source: Joseph Rowntree Foundation Monitoring Poverty and Social Exclusion Report 2016
10. Everyone is equal when they walk into (or
log onto) a public library
11. “Social exclusion is a complex and multi-dimensional process.
It involves the lack or denial of resources, rights, goods and services, and the
inability to participate in the normal relationships and activities, available to the
majority of people in a society, whether in economic, social, cultural or political
arenas.
It affects both the quality of life of individuals and the equity and cohesion of
society as a whole.”
The Multi-dimensional analysis of social exclusion (Levitas et al. 2007)
12. ‘Bristol Social Exclusion Matrix’
Source: Poverty & Social Exclusion in the UK Project, funded by the ESRC
Resources Material/economic resources
Access to public and private services
Social resources
Participation Economic participation
Social participation
Culture, education and skills
Political and civic participation
Quality of life Health and wellbeing
Living environment
Crime, harm and criminalisation
17. Digital inclusion
Digital inclusion is increasingly important to enable all citizens to participate
and to access digital services, products and networks.
Those who are digitally excluded are often at risk of social exclusion too. By
encouraging digital inclusion, this can lead to better economic, health and social
outcomes for people.
Organisations are already delivering digital inclusion services to meet local
needs. However, activities are often measured by volume, rather than value
and there is a need to measure digital inclusion in a consistent way
Source: Government Digital Inclusion Outcomes Framework
19. “Lots of public services are looking to deliver these
kinds of support. What is it that makes a public
library so special?”
A. Councillor
20. Strong foundation
Ethos Staff Stock Space
Services which adapt to meet the changing needs of our communities
Empowerment Universality Trust
Added-value services where these are compatible with our ethos
What makes public libraries so special is that they combine the flexibility to
adapt to the changing needs of their community with a strong foundation,
rooted in the ethics & values of librarianship...
Article 19 “Freedom of expression & freedom of access to information”
21.
22.
23. So if we are doing all of this already, why do
we need to ‘stand up’ for it?
24.
25. How do we stand up for this vital role of public
libraries?
1. Visibility
2. Influence
3. Evidence
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27.
28.
29. The Library Dividend
The Library Dividend is a way of measuring
the social, economic, cultural and creative
impact of engaging with a library and
articulating it as a dollar value.
Developed by the State Library of
Queensland, it provides a standards,
sector-wide way of advocating for the value
of libraries.
Do we need something like this?
http://plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/
33. Results
The ‘library dividend’ in Queensland accounted for between $270-640m per
annum in direct benefit to the authorities
Accounting directly for the creation of 3,135 FTE jobs in the state
Directly and indirectly, library services generated $614m in income
$295m in GVA for the state per annum
Written by economists for economists!
Source: Joseph Rowntree Foundation Monitoring Poverty and Social Exclusion Report 2016
34. In my view, public and mobile libraries are the single
most trusted & adaptable platform for social,
economic and digital inclusion and professional
public librarians ideally-placed to drive it.
Without a means of quantifying this – without
visibility, relationships with key decision-makers
and evidence to support our case, it will continue
to be taken for granted.
35. Can CILIP and PMLG collaborate to create a campaign
which secures recognition of and investment in this
vital work?