How does my library support accessibility? Let me count the ways

Libraries have a responsibility to be inclusive and supportive of all library users. To meet this responsibility, libraries should break down barriers that prevent library users from full participation in society. Because one in four American adults lives with a disability, the impact on their use o...

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Published inPublic Services Quarterly Vol. 19; no. 2; pp. 139 - 146
Main Author Grondin, Karen A.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Binghamton Routledge 03.04.2023
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Subjects
Academic libraries
accessibility services
disability services
Handicapped accessibility
Libraries
library services
Library users
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Summary:Libraries have a responsibility to be inclusive and supportive of all library users. To meet this responsibility, libraries should break down barriers that prevent library users from full participation in society. Because one in four American adults lives with a disability, the impact on their use of library services should be considered. The following six articles are quality examples of research examining the work being done by libraries as they bring the needs of library users with disabilities to the forefront.
ISSN:1522-8959
1522-9114
DOI:10.1080/15228959.2023.2189209