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The 2016 State of America's Libraries report

Library of historic photo booksAccording to the introduction of this year’s report….”Libraries today are less about what they have for people and more about what they do for and with people. Library professionals promote opportunities for individuals and progress for communities. Libraries of all kinds add value in five key areas (the E’s of Libraries): education, employment, entrepreneurship, empowerment, and engagement. They are advancing the legacy of reading and developing a digitally inclusive society.” Below are a few links to help you quickly get at the parts of this report that have meaning for you.

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ALA’s State of America’s Libraries Report 2012

State of America's LibrariesThe State of America’s Libraries Report 2012 sheds some light on what our leading professional organization (American Library Association [ALA]) views as successes, failures, topics of concern, and key focus areas for upcoming years. The document celebrates success stories, while thoroughly documenting the challenges libraries are facing due to budget cuts and the constantly changing digital landscape.

The special report highlights that while change is nearly constant in libraries, one thing will forever remain clear and true. Libraries transform lives. Libraries innovate, and are constantly seeking ways to do more and improve service to patrons.