Leading Libraries: Perspectives from Lived Experiences

In a world of constant change and evolving societal expectations, libraries stand at a critical crossroads.As institutions traditionally dedicated to knowledge preservation and dissemination, libraries now face unprecedented challenges that demand innovative leadership approaches centered on equity, diversity, and inclusion.This book represents a vital contribution to this conversation-one that amplifies marginalized voices and challenges us to view leadership through a social justice lens.Whether you’re a library administrator, a department head, a front-line library worker, or an LIS student, you will find both challenges to your thinking and concrete strategies for moving forward, including real-world perspectives from Canadian, American, Asian, and Australian contributors with varying identities; leadership roles, competencies, and lessons drawn from navigating the complexities of higher education and librarianship; guidance on inclusive strategic planning processes, shepherding wo