iSchool Capstone

Longview Public Library Diversity Audit

Project tags:

equity & inclusion

social justice

The Longview Public Library’s adult collection required a diversity audit to assess current representational proportions and discover areas for improvement. By expanding the representation in Longview Public Library’s collection, we aimed to bolster patron engagement with the library by ensuring that everyone feels represented and welcomed there. We also hoped to encourage patrons to expand their perspectives by engaging with materials and lived experiences that differ from their own. Ultimately, we utilized the results of the audit and local/national demographic data to identify areas of focus for future purchasing and weeding efforts.
Project participants:

Alexandria Brumbaugh

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Grace Fuller

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