Libraries
Alternative labels
Public libraries
Report
More than Books: libraries on the frontline
South Australian public libraries are now vital community hubs, expanding staff roles to include social work, digital aid and crisis response. This challenging shift causes staff stress and burnout due to inadequate support. The report advocates for better funding and workforce strategies, offering recommendations to the state government and local councils.
Report
Building research data management capacity: case studies in strategic library collaboration
This report explores the role of multi-institutional library collaboration in acquiring research data management (RDM) capacity.
Journal article
Librarians' roles in supporting students' mental health through teaching practices
Mental health and well-being is of increasing concern on college campuses. Grounded in feminist pedagogy and an ethic of care, this study asks what roles instruction librarians perceive themselves as having in supporting student mental health and what strategies they use in the classroom to address student affect and emotions.
Report
Libraries and media literacy education
In 2021, the University of Canberra and the Australian Libraries and Information Association (ALIA) collaborated on a national study of ALIA members’ perceptions of media literacy education, with the view to develop a media literacy short course tailored to their needs. This report summaries the research findings.
Discussion paper
Wikimedia Australia and First Nations metadata: ATSILIRN protocols for description and access
This discussion paper considers and questions how 'Protocol 5: Description and Classification of The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Protocols for Libraries, Archives and Information Services' could guide Wikimedia projects and assist Wikipedia and Wikidata editors to describe Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander content in a self-determined and culturally appropriate manner.