Library and information services to the disadvantaged groups: the visually impaired and the rural communities
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2013
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African Library Sentinel
Abstract
The paper discusses the centrality of information to the proper development of any individual. It identifies the peculiarity of the Visually Impaired and rural communities in accessing relevant information pivotal to their transformation. Information needs of the Visually Impaired and rural communities were also addressed. Strategies for intervention identified for this disadvantaged group include: proactive attempt at alternative format provisions, advocacy for funding alternative formats, provision of assistive technologies, development of community learning centres, mounting reading sessions, local content documentation and provisional of rural cybercafes.
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Library and information services, Disadvantaged groups, Visually impaired, Rural communities