Frank Carlson Library

In recent years, libraries have become more involved with disaster preparedness and response activities in their communities. Still, many opportunities and roles continue to be underutilized or unexplored. The authors offer content and resources that can easily be adapted to any business or agency in search of a well-structured approach to disaster response.

Librarians must know how to provide essential programs and services that make a difference for the people they serve if libraries are going to survive. Meeting Community Needs: A Practical Guide for Librarians shows librarians how to identify real needs, how to meet them with effective services and programs, and how to evaluate their success. When librarians can demonstrate the impact that effective library programs and services have on people's lives,...