Vol. 7 No. 5 (2022): September-October
Original Articles

THE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROVIDING INCLUSIVE LIBRARY SPACES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN KENYAN UNIVERSITIES

Mary Wambui
University of Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya.
2Peter Muigai
Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya.
Christine Kamau
Department of Information and Knowledge Management, the Technical University of Kenya

Published 2023-09-06

Keywords

  • Inclusive Library,
  • Challenges,
  • Disabilities

How to Cite

Wambui, M., Muigai, P., & Kamau, C. (2023). THE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROVIDING INCLUSIVE LIBRARY SPACES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN KENYAN UNIVERSITIES . American Journal of Arts and Communication, 7(5), 8–22. Retrieved from https://topjournals.org/index.php/AJAC/article/view/226

Abstract

University libraries are constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of their users. This includes making their spaces and facilities more inclusive for persons with disabilities. However, there are challenges in ensuring that the needs of all users are met, particularly in the needs assessment and planning process. This paper discusses the importance of inclusive library spaces for persons with disabilities, and the challenges and opportunities in providing such spaces