Statement on libraries and literacies
The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) believes that:
The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) believes that:
This submission from the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) and Australian Public Library Australia (APLA) discusses how libraries bring lifelong learning to the people who need it most; support adult literacy in its many forms; and make the link between early literacy and family literacy.
This submission from the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) outlines the ways public libraries help community members break the cycle of disadvantage through the provision of literacy support and free access to the internet and e-resources.
The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) is supportive of the proposed implementation plan’s structure, vision, foundations and focus areas. In summary:
Asia-Pacific Library and Information Conference 2018, 30 July - 2 August 2018 Gold Coast: Roar Leap Dare
This conference presentation (PowerPoint slides) supports the session on community literacy programs for indigenous children living on country.
Asia-Pacific Library and Information Conference 2018, 30 July - 2 August 2018 Gold Coast: Roar Leap Dare
This conference presentation (PowerPoint slides) accompanied the talk on the important role of public libraries in developing adult literacy skills in the community.