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Albert, Margaret C. – American Libraries, 1987
This description of a program in which public libraries serve as sites for mediation sessions discusses the advantages of mediation over judicial proceedings in resolving disputes in the neighborhood and workplace, the role of the library in this program, and the effects on the library's relationship with the community. (CLB)
Descriptors: Community Services, Library Role, Outreach Programs, Public Libraries
Download full textRedmond, Linda, Comp.; Peaco, Freddie, Comp. – 1981
This circular lists contact organizations, possible volunteer activities, and related publications for individuals interested in volunteering their services on behalf of visually and physically handicapped readers and for libraries interested in starting or expanding volunteer programs. Descriptions of several national organizations concerned with…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Braille, Check Lists, Library Materials
Ilsley, Paul – 1985
This exploration of the growing field of literacy voluntarism encompasses the literature, history, trends, and issues of the volunteer role in literacy programs. The majority of the literature is characterized as descriptive and program specific; the research is found to lack definition and theoretical foundation. The literature also reflects…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Adult Literacy, Community Education
