Anyone who works in a library knows that they serve a diverse community of readers who expect high standard of service. One of the most important issues surrounding diversity is how to serve disabled readers and ensure that institutions are accessible and well equipped for their needs. As the laws surrounding disabilities are continuously updated and technology is constantly evolving, it is important to stay ahead of these developments and the needs of disabled users.

The Library Science Collection has a broad range of resources focussed on providing a high quality library service for disabled readers. These useful guides include information on helping readers who are blind, hearing impaired or in a wheelchair, so that they can make the most of their library. Below is a list of a few of the books the collections holds:

Library services for visually and hearing impaired users edited by David Barton

Reading groups, libraries and social inclusion by Eileen Hyder

Assistive technologies in the library by Barbara T. Mates

Librarians serving diverse populations by Lori Mestre

Serving the disabled by Keith C. Wright, Judith F. Davie

Improving library services to people with disabilities edited by Courtney Deines-Jones

The library manager’s guide to hiring and serving disabled persons by Kieth C. Wright and Judith F. Davie

Library technology for visually and physically impaired patrons by Barbara T. Mates