Finding face: building collections to support indigenous identity. (5th October 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Roy, Loriene
• Is Part Of: Collection and curation. Volume 38:Number 1(2019)
• Page Start: 19
• Page End: 22
• Publication Date: 2018-10-05
• Subjects: Continuing education -- Diversity -- Collection management -- Librarian education -- Librarian demographics -- Libraries and American Indians; Collection development (Libraries) -- Periodicals; Acquisitions (Libraries) -- Periodicals; Collection management (Libraries) -- Periodicals; 025.21
• DOI: 10.1108/CC-08-2017-0032
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2514-9326

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: This paper aims to review content provided in an article published in 1993 to determine if there is still a need to provide information services to American Indians living away from their homeland areas. Design/methodology/approach: The design involved reviewing the content and recommendations provided in the 1993 article and then to update this content by reviewing updated US Census data, a literature review and observed examples based on personal observations and experiences. Findings: The paper found that there is still a need for services due to increased American Indian population. While more American Indian librarians are employed, there is still a need for all librarians to learn how to serve this population. Originality/value: While the article reviews content from 1993, it provides original perspectives and adds additional evaluation criteria.