10-Year Roadmap for Public Libraries and IKCs
This 10-year roadmap outlines the vision and shared values for Queensland's public libraries and IKCs, focusing on cultural preservation, community engagement, and creating inclusive spaces and programs. State Library of Queensland collaborates with local governments to drive long-term success, emphasizing flexibility to adapt to evolving priorities."
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10-year Roadmap for public libraries and IKCs
Acknowledgement We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands in which library collections, spaces and services are based. We recognise that libraries hold cultural knowledge belonging to First Nations communities and commit to protecting this information with integrity. We pay our respect to Elders, past and present, who have handed down that knowledge to each generation and who continue to inspire us to learn, share and celebrate. Artwork by Chern ee Sutton
Reviewing the draft Roadmap State Library of Queensland partners with 76 local government to enable the delivery of the more than 325 public libraries and IKCs as cultural and community hubs. The Roadmap is underpinned by state government funding and drives the long-term success of libraries and IKCs throughout 2024-33.
Reviewing the draft Roadmap Vision Queensland public libraries and IKCs are valued, thriving cultural and social hubs responsive to the changing Queensland community. Together we contribute to the liveability of local communities and ensure no one is left behind. Discussion Is the Roadmap vision aspirational while being flexible enough to support changing priorities at a local and state level?
Reviewing the draft Roadmap Shared values Committed to free and welcoming services and spaces First Nations people and communities are recognised and have their knowledge, culture, and history celebrated Respect diversity and are responsive to local priorities, people and place Uphold intellectual freedom and ensure access to literacy in all forms
Places and programs strategies Deliver experiences for people to explore ideas, become active citizens and connect and contribute to their local communities Create opportunities for respectful engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, history and people Champion Queensland children and families, providing rich environments and experiences that enable exploration, imagination, and build understanding of the world around them Design programs including outreach that reflect community need, support wellbeing, learning and creativity throughout life Invest in development, maintenance and operation of diverse library spaces and facilities that are welcoming, accessible and trusted
Collections and resources strategies Ensure that all people regardless of location, cultural and socioeconomic background can access library collections that support personal development, education, cultural enrichment, and economic activity Strengthen libraries to be digital hubs in their community enabling Queenslanders to build digital confidence and skills Encourage critical thinking and enhance democracy by providing access to credible information to explore ideas
People and partners strategies Employ a diverse and skilled workforce Develop the capability and continuous improvement of our staff that are enabled to meet the needs of local communities Build the cultural capability of library staff to engage and partner with First Nations communities in the design and delivery of library services Develop strong and effective statewide networks that support knowledge exchange, address challenges and celebrate achievements Attract partners to achieve shared community outcomes, build resilience and contribute to wellbeing and prosperity
Comparator tool Standards and guidelines - Public Libraries Connect (slq.qld.gov.au) Current version (2022)
State Library commitments to Places and Programs Annual Service Development Subsidies provided to outer regional, rural and remote councils to support increased capacity to deliver locally determined library priorities Annual funding to support local delivery models for First 5 Forever Competitive Grants to accelerate the development of innovative library service models Support the refurbishment and establishment of IKCs Early literacy, language and parent messaging and resources Resources, marketing and collateral to increase library visitation and program participation State Library led statewide projects that support community engagement and place activation
State Library commitments to Collections and Resources Direct funding as collection subsidies provided to local councils operating IND Library Services Selection, acquisition, management and distribution of a dedicated library collection and resources shared between RLQ and IKC services Statewide collections inclusive of eresources and specialised content including audio books, manga, Languages Other Than English, adult literacy, and book club sets
State Library commitments to People and Partners Contribution towards staffing through providing Wage Subsidies to local governments operating IKC and RLQ services Delivery of workshops, training, resources and networks that build capability of local government staff to provide high quality locally relevant library services, collections and programs Support and advice and mentorship for the network of RLQ and IKC services Network that foster knowledge sharing, collaboration, problem solving and improvement of library services statewide Learning programs and statewide initiatives for that support the delivery of culturally safe services and programs, truth telling and cultural programs Statewide projects, research, evaluation and advocacy for the benefit of all public libraries
Feedback welcome https://plconnect.slq.qld.gov.au/about/10-year-roadmap-consultation
Measuring progress Aspirational targets Derived from Queensland Library Standards for the library network PLACES AND PROGRAMS COLLECTIONS AND RESOURCES PEOPLE AND PARTNERS 4.8 visits per capita per annum 0.4 per capita per annum program attendance 95% customers rate service good or very good 44% of population are members 5 to 8 items of collection usage per capita per annum 1 device per 2,500 population 1 FTE staff member per 3,000 population RLQ 6.76 per 3,000 population Above standard RLQ 5.34per capita per annum (443,574 physical visits) Above standard RLQ 43%population are members (36,703 library members) 3.13 items per capita per annum (383,557 physical and digital items borrowed) Partnerships RLQ 79% of libraries have community partnerships.750 program sessions run in partnership 0.55per capita per annum (38,843 physical attendances) Above standard 14.79 devices per 2,500 population Above standard 96% rating service good or very good Above standard Staff Professional Development (PD) RLQ 83% of libraries participated in State Library PD opportunities
