This statement outlines the public position of NSLA libraries regarding the provision of access to legacy oral history collections.
NSLA’s strategic plan for 2020-2023 focuses on three priorities for collaboration: shared digital systems; strengthening community identity; and, building cultural and intellectual capital.
NSLA’s submission supports the essential role of public libraries as government entities in delivering a wide range of highly valued services, programs and resources to diaspora communities.
This resource is part of a national effort to provide culturally safe public spaces and services in libraries for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and a supportive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff where they are able
A report on the current collection development policies in NSLA libraries, with a focus on web archiving practices, current and future.
NSLA’s submission to the review of the Australian Digital Inclusion Index advocates for inclusion of a measure of how libraries and other providers of free internet access, internet-connected devices and digital skills support contribute to digital inclusion in Australia.
Guidelines on Creative Commons licenses and library collection items.
NLSA’s agreement with the Council of Australian University Librarians.
NSLA welcomes the addition of social infrastructure to the audit and recommends consideration of a number of additional challenges to libraries in meeting users’ needs, including: consumer expectations, research infrastructure, reductions in capital funding, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and collections, volunteers.
NSLA’s inquiry submission calls for the recognition of libraries as trusted public institutions that support the collection and preservation of Australia’s diverse cultural heritage and strengthen civic engagement.
