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Co-creating Public Libraries ft. Shamichael Hallman
Jun 8, 2023
Designer and creator Shamichael Hallman discusses the impact of design on creating inclusive public spaces. Topics include reimagining aging libraries, the role of public libraries in fostering community, challenges of balancing noise and quiet spaces, the importance of co-creation and community engagement in library design, and empowering kids to make a positive impact through workshops.
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- Collaboration with library leadership, community engagement, and design initiatives can revitalize underperforming public libraries and enhance their reach and impact.
- Libraries must adapt to meet the changing needs of their communities while staying true to their foundational purpose of open access to knowledge and information to maintain relevance and serve a diverse user base.
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Shao Michael Holman's Background and Research Focus
Shao Michael Holman is a visiting fellow at the Graduate School of Design at Harvard University and a teaching fellow at the Center for Impact Strategy at the University of Pennsylvania. His research explores how design and planning contribute to socially inclusive cities and welcoming public spaces. He has co-founded Libraries as Bridges, a collective of library professionals dedicated to promoting social cohesion and civic renewal. Shao Michael's work involves collaborating with library systems and organizations to reimagine public libraries and enhance their reach and impact.
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