Advocacy for democracy: the role of library associations

Gordon, William R.

IFLA Council and General Conference / .
(ReLIS:jul:juljin:6705)

Abstract:

Libraries have always played a key role in the development of an information literate populace that can participate as informed citizens in a democratic society. Libraries also uphold and champion intellectual freedom and right to free access to information. The American Library Association supports libraries and contributes to the goals of a democratic society through educational programming, legislation and litigation, and advocacy. The following paper outlines the advocacy activities and initiatives of the ALA and its units, including the Office of Government Relations and Office for Information Technology Policy in Washington, D.C. and the Office for Intellectual Freedom.

Creation: 2000
Keywords: Bibliotecas ; Aspecto social ; Política ; Democracia

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