The promotion of reading at public libraries in Catalonia (2018-2019)

Authors

  • Gisela Ruiz Chacón Xarxa de Biblioteques de Montcada i Reixac
  • Elisabet Vazquez Puig Biblioteca Municipal de Ripollet

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1344/ABLL.2020.6.011

Keywords:

Reading promotion, Catalan public libraries, Library networks

Abstract

In 2018-2019, a change in the public library model in Catalonia was progressively introduced, based on the creation of knowledge and citizen-driven innovation. Programmes of exploration and experimentation, citizen participation, and technology are the key features of this model. This paper describes a selection of the activities and services offered in Catalan public libraries, particularly in relation to the promotion of reading. Talks by experts, meetings, awards, research studies, and the most important publications published during this two-year period are also included. 

Author Biographies

Gisela Ruiz Chacón, Xarxa de Biblioteques de Montcada i Reixac

Directora de la Xarxa de Biblioteques de Montcada i Reixac

Elisabet Vazquez Puig, Biblioteca Municipal de Ripollet

Directora de la Biblioteca Municipal de Ripollet 
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Published

2021-01-14

Issue

Vol. 6 (2020): Anuari de Biblioteques, Llibres i Lectura

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