Accessibility: Library Spaces & Collections

High Library Diversity Statement and Goals

The High Library values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as fundamental aspects of our mission. We affirm the principles and practices of social justice as we strive to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all people, regardless of group and social identity differences (including race, ethnicity, nation of origin, biological sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, physical or cognitive abilities, age, and socio-economic class, as well as cultural, political, or religious affiliations) or individual differences (including personality and life experiences).

We commit to:

• Providing access to collections and resources that cultivate a heightened awareness, increased sensitivity, and deepened understanding of people’s diverse identities and histories
• Offering inclusive services and accessible spaces that reduce systemic barriers
• Sponsoring programs and events that respect and honor diverse perspectives and historically underrepresented groups
• Supporting a diverse team of staff who seek to approach their work with cultural responsiveness, humility, and empathy

Our vision for diversity aligns with:

• The High Library’s mission and goals
• The Office of Diversity, Equity and Belonging’s strategic goals
• Elizabethtown College’s mission and educational philosophy
• The Association of College and Research Libraries’ diversity standards