In this edition of the DLF Dive, we bring you a snapshot of the latest happenings and noteworthy initiatives within our vibrant community. From community voting opportunties to exciting virtual and in-person events, the Digital Library Federation is buzzing with activity.
This edition of “CLIR Postdocs: Where Are They Now?” we spotlight Rachel Deblinger, currently serving as the Director of the Modern Endangered Archives Program at the UCLA Library. This Arcadia-funded project supports researchers and cultural heritage organizations in digitizing and making at-risk materials accessible worldwide.
In early December, Laila Hussein Moustafa, an associate professor and librarian at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign School of Information Sciences, authored a thought-provoking article in the Los Angeles Times. She called attention to the sad devastation of Gaza City’s major public library in her poem. The larger worry of libraries being targets during times of war and strife was also covered in Moustafa’s article.
We discuss the cultural relevance of libraries beyond the loss of books in our audio Q&A with Professor Moustafa, as well as how the destruction of libraries affects the identity and collective memory of communities living in conflict zones. We look at methods for preserving information in libraries during emergencies and talk about how these initiatives might help shattered communities retain their sense of identity and continuity.
In December 2023, CLIR postdoctoral fellows shared progress on their inquiry group projects, a longstanding fellowship tradition. This collaborative learning opportunity allows fellows to refine research and project management skills while collectively working on a project.
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