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Exploring what libraries mean to young people
Bristol Libraries and Rising Arts Agency are launching a new project to explore what libraries mean to 16- to 24-year-olds.
My Library My Space will push the boundaries of what these spaces, which have traditionally have been viewed as places for study and quiet, mean to young people today.
The project will work with people aged 16-24 to rethink and redefine what libraries mean for them, and encourage more engagement with their local library.
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A launch event on Friday, December 11 at 4.30pm will be a chance for young people to find out more about the project and get involved.
The first part of the event will be streamed on YouTube and provide some more information about the project, as well as spoken word, music and dance performances.
Billed to perform include Charles Hlangabeza, a dancer, and Moyra Ebelechukwu, a spoken word artist.
Image: Alexa Ledecky
Deputy mayor Asher Craig and George Lovesmith, who has an architectural background but spends his time working on community projects, will both give talks.
The event will be hosted by spoken word poet and project lead artist Malizah, communications manager Alexa Ledecky and creative producer Leeza Awojobi.
The second part of the event won’t be livestreamed but will instead will invite viewers to share their thoughts and join the My Library My Space conversation.
My Library My Space is part of Bristol Libraries Pilot, which is part of the wider Bristol Libraries Strategy.
Main photo: Alexa Ledecky
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