Let's Talk Libraries
Kia ora and hello from Aotearoa, New Zealand. I'm Denise Wilson and I love libraries. I'm a super user and in my work with libraries for over two decades, I see amazing impact they can have on their communities, regardless of the type and size of library. I wanted to create a space to capture the ideas of some of the amazing people I meet and share their stories, as well as share thoughts and challenges. How are people navigating this rapidly changing environment? What impact can libraries make and how can we learn from each other?
So this is the space, Let's talk libraries! Please subscribe wherever you like to listen to your podcasts.
Thank you!
Intro music: Bossy Boots © 2023 by Shane Ivers
Let's Talk Libraries
Episode 4 - With Minnie Baragwanath
Minnie Baragwanath is an accessibility activist, a leader, an entrepreneur and an inspiration. She’s also legally blind.
Minnie posed some questions for libraries:
What does it mean for libraries to be ‘with’ the access community today and into the future? What we could create together?
Are you interested in being part of the conversation to explore a vision for libraries?
The Most Accessible Book Ever! – How might libraries be part of that project and how might we get funding for Te Reo books and more?
How we might stimulate those conversations? Would you like an interactive webinar with a panel? What other ideas do you have?
Please send your interest, ideas and feedback to libraries@denisewilson.co.nz
Minnie’s Book is Blindingly Obvious by Minnie Baragwanath
Her website: www.minnieb.co.nz
Link to her TVNZ 1 interview https://www.minnieb.co.nz/news/blog-a-world-beyond-inclusion-92m9b-lhhzr-ztsfj-ex33a
Accessibility support and resources at: ww.belab.co.nz (which Minnie established and led as CEO previously Be. Accessible)
