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Context Diversity: A new Paradigm for Diversity in Library and Information Sciences

Context Diversity: A new Paradigm for Diversity in Library and Information Sciences North Carolina Central University SCHOOL OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES Aleck F. Williams, Jr. Introduction. Results.

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Context Diversity: A new Paradigm for Diversity in Library and Information Sciences

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  1. Context Diversity: A new Paradigm for Diversity in Library and Information Sciences North Carolina Central University SCHOOL OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES Aleck F. Williams, Jr. Introduction Results The purpose of this poster to explore a new paradigm of diversity in the field of Library and Information Sciences. The concept of “Context diversity” refers to a new paradigm that is systemic, inclusive, and multidimensional. Roberto Ibarra is renowned for his research on the concept of “Context diversity”. Discussion • This paper reviews two comprehensive bibliographies on diversity and African-Americans in Library and Information Science. • Context diversity emphasizes reframing, rather than reforming, academic cultures to meet the needs of all populations and especially underrepresented groups. Context diversity is inclusive of all cultures and how they live and learn. It is different from structural diversity in that structural diversity is short term and driven by quotas, i.e. having a certain number of minorities enrolled in a program or in the workplace. Background There are 52 library science programs in the United States, five of which are in North Carolina. North Carolina Central University is a pioneer in producing minority librarians and is the only HBCU with a library program in the United States. This poster will examine how “Context diversity” can play a role in recruiting and retaining minorities in Library and information science. Minorities make up only 13.8 % of all Librarians in the US. African-Americans only represent 4.5% of Librarians in the US. Figures 1 and 2 show the need for diversity in the library profession, with a focus on NCCU’s library program and other programs in NC.   • WHY CONTEXT DIVERSITY? • Creates an environment where everyone is welcomed and invited • Research has shown that people use the library more frequently when they see library staff whose race is the same, and when collections materials and services reflect the diversity of users.L. Darby ―Abolishing Stereotypes: Recruitment & • Retention of Minorities in the Library Profession.‖ Rural Libraries • 25.1 (2005): 7–17. FIGURE 2. ALISE 2009 STATISTICAL REPORTAfrican-American Library School enrollment in NC (data from Fall 2005) Acknowledgements • Contact Aleck Williams, Jr. 919-236-3966 Aleck_w@hotmail.com

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