Pride+: Utilizing Collections to Improve LGBTQIA+ Representation and Services

Authors

  • Teresa Slobuski Penn State Brandywine

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5195/palrap.2023.282

Keywords:

Collections, LGBTQIA , restorative practices, equity, diversity

Abstract

Historically, LGBTQIA+ individuals have been excluded from mainstream society and thus library collections. At this time in particular, collections reflecting LGBTQIA+ experiences are under attack. This article will provide a case study for how one undergraduate academic library is seeking to mitigate this damage. By analyzing the systemic problems in supporting LGBTQIA+ collections, a variety of difficulties are revealed. One solution to overcome them is to create a stand-alone collection of LGBTQIA+ materials which is what Vairo Library at Penn State Brandywine decided to do. Through restorative collection practices that consider access and preservation of LGBTQIA+ works, new opportunities for engagement also become available and are discussed.

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2023-09-27

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Vol. 11 No. 1 (2023)

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Practice

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