Book review - Diversity and inclusion in libraries: A call for action and strategies for sucess.

摘要

Diversity and inclusion (D & I) in librarianship is openly discussed in some library corners, a taboo subject whispered about in some, or is ignored and considered irrelevant and unworthy of discussion in others. Global change in societies around the world however, necessitates a shift in attitudes and perspectives within the profession. Edited by Shannon D. Jones and Beverly Murphy, Diversity and inclusion in libraries: a call for action and strategies for success, explores diversity and inclusion challenges that librarians and libraries face. This collection of essays and sharing of personal experiences aims to increase awareness of and sensitivity to the social, cultural, and educational needs of everyone in the library and information profession. The editors hope the book will appeal to those uninformed, interested in, or who advocate for D & I. It is a call as they state in the preface “…to join us on this journey…not only to increase your… appreciation of diversity and inclusion but more importantly to strengthen those efforts undertaken at your library…and to take action, to acknowledge the beauty in our differences, and to embrace the concept that all voices matter.”.