AKLATAN KO’Y KANLUNGAN: Fostering inclusive, diverse and safe spaces in school libraries (2 of 2)

Taking off where we last had a review of the slide presentations on the Aklatan Ko'y Kanlungan is this rubric. May this be your guide and tool to evaluate programs and services that foster and promote inclusive, diverse and safe spaces in school libraries. 

Rubric for Evaluating Safe Space, Inclusive, and Diverse Library Programs and Services 

1. Collection Diversity

Excellent (4 points): The library's collection is highly diverse, representing a wide range of cultures, perspectives, and experiences across various formats (books, ebooks, audiobooks, films, etc.). It includes materials from diverse ethnicities, religions, and sexual orientations, actively promoting inclusivity. 

Good (3 points): The collection is fairly diverse, with a noticeable representation of different cultures and perspectives, although there may be some gaps in coverage or depth. 

Fair (2 points): The collection shows some effort towards diversity but lacks sufficient representation across all dimensions. There are notable gaps that limit inclusivity. 

Poor (1 point): The collection is limited in diversity, with minimal representation of cultures, perspectives, and experiences beyond mainstream offerings. 

 2. Multilingual Resources 

Excellent (4 points): The library provides extensive resources in multiple languages, including books, newspapers, magazines, and online materials, effectively meeting diverse language needs within the community. 

Good (3 points): There are substantial multilingual resources available, although there may be some gaps in specific languages or types of materials. 

Fair (2 points): The library offers limited multilingual resources, addressing only basic language needs of the community. 

Poor (1 point): Multilingual resources are severely lacking, failing to meet diverse language needs effectively. 

3. Programming 

Excellent (4 points): The library organizes a robust calendar of events, workshops, and activities that celebrate various cultures, traditions, and perspectives. Programs are well-attended and engage a broad cross-section of the community. 

Good (3 points): Programming includes a variety of events that promote cultural diversity and inclusion, although there may be room for improvement in audience reach or thematic breadth. 

Fair (2 points): The library offers some programming related to multiculturalism and diversity but lacks consistency or depth in engagement. 

Poor (1 point): Programming related to diversity and inclusion is minimal or absent, reflecting a lack of effort in fostering cultural awareness and understanding. 

 4. Accessibility 

Excellent (4 points): The library is fully accessible to people with disabilities, with comprehensive facilities such as ramps, elevators, designated parking, and appropriate signage. Materials are available in various accessible formats. 

Good (3 points): Accessibility features are generally well-implemented, though there may be minor gaps or occasional maintenance issues. 

Fair (2 points): The library has some accessibility features but lacks consistency or completeness in implementation. 

1-5 points: Poor - The library's efforts in creating a safe, inclusive, and diverse environment are minimal or ineffective, requiring substantial changes to meet community needs. This rubric provides a structured approach to assessing how well a library integrates principles of diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into its programs and services, ultimately aiming to create a welcoming space for all patrons. 

 Note: This rubric is created with the assistance of AI.