YA (Young Adult) Disability Database is a curated booklist of YA novels that feature disability representation. This database compiles together books recommendations that libraries can use to build their collectionRead more about YA Disability Database[…]
The Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) provides resources for libraries to create accessible programming for kids and teens. The resources includes tips for making your programming inclusive; considerations aboutRead more about Accessible library programming for kids and teens[…]
The Toronto Public Library (TPL) presents a Social Story to help children become familiar with their library. Social Stories are learning tools for children that describe different experiences and situationsRead more about Social Story: Ready for Reading (Toronto Public Library)[…]
The Hootsuite Blog presents guidelines to make your social media posts accessible. Making sure that your social media is accessible will create an inclusive environment and reach a larger audience.Read more about Inclusive Design for Social Media: Tips for Creating Accessible Channels[…]
The Public Library Resource Centre website, AccessibleLIbraries.ca, is focused on educating and training library staff on the importance of accessibility in public libraries. This video discusses and navigates the websiteRead more about A Guided Tour of AccessibleLibraries.ca[…]
The National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS) provides an online repository for library patrons with print disabilities. NNELS works with organizations, libraries, and publishers to create accessible books. NNELSRead more about Reading System Features, Testing, and Recommendations (NNELS)[…]
The Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) provides webinars for libraries and library staff to help them create accessible services and support the needs of their patrons with disabilities. ThisRead more about All about reading disabilities: how libraries can support readers with dyslexia[…]
Hello and welcome! To get you started on your accessibility journey, we’ve summarized information from the Accessibility 101 webinar. The fact and links below will help you establish foundational knowledgeRead more about Quick Reference: Accessibility 101 For Public Libraries[…]
The Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) creates informative videos about the accessible content they provide their readers. The “What is printbraille?” video introduces viewers and gives examples of someRead more about What is printbraille? (CELA)[…]
The Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) provides libraries with informational YouTube videos. This video discusses the term “print disability” and the content CELA provides to serve those patrons. QuickRead more about What is a print disability? (CELA)[…]
The Described and Captioned Media Program is a free-loan library of accessible educational media for teachers and family members of K-12 students. The videos available range in subjects from ArtRead more about Described and Captioned Media Program (DCMP)[…]
Project Enable provides a comprehensive set of training designed specifically for public, academic, or school librarians. This is a completely free resource and contains a group account option that allowsRead more about Project Enable[…]
Four training modules are centred around making the library accessible for people with autism. The course includes research-based checklists, examples of materials, tip sheets, lists, and templates to implement bestRead more about Project Pals: College Of Communication & Information[…]
This paper reports on an investigation of factors influencing access to public libraries for children with disabilities and their families from the perspective of the public librarian. This could beRead more about Public Libraries and Access for Children with Disabilities and Their Families: A Proposed Inclusive Library Model[…]
The Accessibility 101 webinar recording is here! This video provides foundational information about accessibility in public libraries. The topics discussed include – “Introduction to Accessibility,” “Introduction to Disabilities,” “Introduction toRead more about Accessibility 101 for Canadian Public Library Staff Webinar Recording[…]
The slides for the Accessibility 101 webinar, presented on September 30, are available! They outline the different presentation subjects including: Introduction to Disabilities Introduction to Accessibility Introduction to Accessible FormatsRead more about Accessibility 101 Presentation Slides[…]
