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NEWS


Introduction to faceted search


THE UK Electronic Information Group (UKeiG) is running a one-day course on “Search usability: filters and facets” at CILIP’s headquarters on Tuesday 18 September. The course is an introduction to the design of search user experiences with a focus on faceted search and navigation. It is intended for intranet/web managers, information architects, or anyone who either has implemented or is planning to implement a search application and wants to maximise the usability and effectiveness of their investment. For more details visit https://tinyurl.com/ycyp5g2m.


Discover digital skills


and AI potential IDENTIFYING digital skills gaps and capabilities in the workforce, impact and opportunities presented by AI will be dis- cussed at the CILIP’s Employers Forum. Employers, managers and leaders from across the sector will come together for the event on 20 November at CILIP HQ. Lisa Gray, Senior Co-Design Manager, Jisc will explain how the Jisc Discovery Tool can pinpoint digital capabilities in your organisation and introduce the Library and Information Role Profile. Terry Corby, Growth & Change Leader will examine the impact of automation and AI and the opportunities for the future of the profession. The event is open to all, and is free for


CILIP Leaders Network Members and CILIP Organisational Members. Bookings for all members opens 1 October. Details at: https://www.cilip.org.uk/EmployersForum2018.


Diverse books for your library


AS part of the independent Diversity Review of the Carnegie and Kate Green- away Awards, CILIP has published a list of books from diverse and inclusive authors, illustrators and small publishers. This list, a response to calls for increased aware- ness, is not exhaustive but provides a short guide to raise awareness and celebrate diverse books. To view the list please visit: cilip.org.uk/diverse_books.


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Hard-to-reach groups catered for by libraries


PUBLIC Libraries are reaching


across communities and attracting a diverse range of users, accord- ing to the latest research from Arts Council England. The report, Libraries Welcome Everyone:


six stories of diversity and inclusion from libraries in England, offers an insight into how communities are using their local libraries. It found that there is broad appeal


for people from different ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds as well as gender and age, with young people among the most likely to make use of their library. The report looked at library attendance for people identifying as rich, poor, black and ethnic minority, white, men and women – and found that in every case more than 30 per cent identifying as belonging to one of the groups regularly visited their local library. The report also found that hard-to-reach groups were also being well-catered for, with a range of tailored services and pro- grammes. According to the research these are “targeted efforts to engage people who might otherwise face barriers to using their services, including disabled people, trans people, elderly people and young people in care and at risk of offending.” ACE Chief Exec, Darren Henley, said:


“This report shows how arts and cultural activities encourage people to get into libraries for the first time and then to keep on visiting. Whether we’re talking about young people leaving care or ref- ugees who’ve just moved here, people from all backgrounds see libraries as safe and welcoming spaces. Libraries play a hugely important role in their commu- nities. We’re keen to grow the amount of artistic and cultural activity that they programme because we know that it’s one of the many ways that libraries are increasingly relevant to everyone’s life.” The report, which is a mix of desk research and case studies, highlights the link between public library use and access to health, wellbeing and social benefits. It points to growing evidence that shows library visits and associated activities can have a positive impact on people’s mental and physical health. The report adds that public library visits should be viewed by local council leaders in a positive light, saying: “There is strong evidence that libraries across the country contribute a great deal to delivering on key local authority objectives such as com- munity cohesion, strengthening child and adult literacy, combating loneliness and promoting mental health and wellbeing.” Read the full report at https://bit.ly/2OXaPRi.


China library’s green gong


SUSTAINABILITY through design, services and workforce has landed Foshan Library in China’s Guangdong province the title of Green Library of the Year for 2018. The annual IFLA award is now in


its third year, helping to promote and reward thoughtful architectural and service design that has a positive impact on local communities and the environment. Foshan new city, where the library is built, lies close to the Fen River and development in the area has been designed to help soak up excess water to prevent flooding. The judging panel considered 32


submissions from around the world before deciding on Foshan Library for the way it “fulfils the goals of the Green Library Award, which include commu- nicating the library’s commitment to environmental sustainability and creating awareness of libraries’ social respons- ibility and leadership in environmental education”. One of the judges said: “The Foshan Library is a culturally significant build- ing in harmony with the prevailing landscape, which delivers the compelling architectural vision that pays homage to the cultural and artistic history of the region.”


September 2018


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