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Libraries are undergoing a transformation, embracing digital and technological innovations to stay relevant in an evolving world. Surprisingly, the pandemic became a catalyst for transformation, pushing libraries to find creative ways to deliver services remotely and maintain community connections despite physical restrictions. This period accelerated a long-awaited shift—towards a library service that is both forward-thinking and deeply community-focused. For over fifteen years, we have worked closely with community and academic libraries, evolving alongside them. We have witnessed first-hand the challenges facing the sector and have gained invaluable insights from diverse stakeholders. Recent years, however, have been particularly revealing, and we have engaged in three distinctive projects exploring the future of libraries in unique ways.
Forward, a creative consultation commissioned by the Scottish Library and Information Council, involved collaborating with librarians across Scotland to explore the library’s physical and digital role in a post-Covid landscape. This project culminated in a toolkit designed by librarians to aid libraries in making their service relevant to their community. Mitchell 23 was a people-centred visioning project commissioned by Glasgow Life, focusing on the future of the iconic Mitchell Library. Working with Mitchell Museum staff and citizens of Glasgow, we envisioned how this institution might serve future generations. Work in Progress, commissioned by OnFife, explored how Fife Libraries could remain relevant to users who have drifted away or never engaged with the service.
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