Building an Inclusive Community

The NC State University Libraries strives to be a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive organization for all.

Academic libraries aspire to an ideal of democratic access. We believe it is imperative that library work includes a sustained commitment to creating an inclusive atmosphere for diverse patron populations and an increasingly diverse profession. We are committed to welcoming and serving students, faculty, staff, and community members from all backgrounds, and to engaging in ongoing learning and improvement in these areas.

Our goal is to provide safe, accessible, and welcoming spaces where members of our community can be their full, authentic selves. We intentionally develop services, offer programs, and foster dialogues to promote understanding and an atmosphere where everyone is valued and respected. We recognize that nurturing these values is vital to both enhancing the mission of the university and to creating successful and innovative services, spaces, and collections. We endeavor to develop resources that reflect the academic interests and support the well-being of our diverse community.

Contact: Jennifer Garrett, Associate Director for Organizational Design, Culture, & Talent