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Resilient Libraries.

Authors :
Garnett, Johanna
Source :
Journal of the Australian Library & Information Association; Sep2021, Vol. 70 Issue 3, p307-312, 6p
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

Hazards, both natural and human induced, have impacted libraries throughout history. With multiple examples across the globe of libraries impacted by a range of hazards and the future prospect of natural hazards occurring in greater strength and frequency, it is important for libraries to consider a changed approach to risk management from a 'response/reactive' focus to 'resilience building'. This paper will demonstrate examples of Australian libraries impacted by a range of natural hazards, discuss the meaning of resilience and increase awareness of a specialist 'Disaster Resilience Toolkit for Libraries' designed to assist libraries in assessing their current resilience levels to natural hazards, specifically flood, fire and earthquake. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
24750158
Volume :
70
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of the Australian Library & Information Association
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
152374676
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/24750158.2021.1960612