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Inclusive Access: Evaluating Public Library Resources for Visually and Hearing Impaired Communities
Resource type
Authors/contributors
- Liu, Yan Quan (Author)
- Buedinger, Abigale (Author)
- Murtha, Helene R. (Author)
Title
Inclusive Access: Evaluating Public Library Resources for Visually and Hearing Impaired Communities
Abstract
This study examines public library services for people with hearing and vision impairments, conducted through website visits and an online survey from summer 2023 over 1.5 years. Surveying 250 libraries nationwide, findings reveal strong ADA awareness, with most libraries addressing physical accessibility but fewer supporting visually impaired and Deaf or Hard of Hearing patrons equally. Assistive resources availability varies significantly, from 0.8% to 83.4%, covering accessible print materials, online resources, magnifiers, and assistive technology. This study underscores specific areas for improvement in supporting these communities in U.S. public libraries.
Publication
Public Library Quarterly
Publisher
Routledge
Volume
0
Issue
0
Pages
1-19
Citation Key
liuInclusiveAccessEvaluating
Accessed
8/26/25, 5:21 PM
ISSN
0161-6846
Short Title
Inclusive Access
Library Catalog
Taylor and Francis+NEJM
Extra
Citation
Liu, Y. Q., Buedinger, A., & Murtha, H. R. (n.d.). Inclusive Access: Evaluating Public Library Resources for Visually and Hearing Impaired Communities. Public Library Quarterly, 0(0), 1–19. https://doi.org/10.1080/01616846.2025.2532895
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