Best of 2024: ‘If there’s nowhere else to go, this is where they come’: how Britain’s libraries provide much more than books
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The Reality of Library Work: Balancing Safety and Community Engagement
This chapter delves into the challenges faced by library staff, including violence and interactions with vulnerable individuals, while also emphasizing the positive community role libraries fulfill as safe spaces. It paints a picture of the complex realities of library work, balancing serious issues with the joy of community engagement and connection.
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