We are excited for the publication of Preserving Disability: Disability and the Archival Profession (Litwin Books)! Preserving Disability weaves together first-person narratives and case studies contributed from disabled archivists and disabled archives users, bringing critical perspectives and approaches to the archival profession. Contributed chapters span topics such as accessibility of archives and first-person experiences researching disability collections for disabled archives users; disclosure and accommodations and self-advocacy of disabled archivists; and processing and stewarding disability-related collections. Collectively, these works address the nuances of both disability and archives—critically drawing attention to the histories, present experiences, and future possibilities of the archival profession.
To celebrate the book, there is a series of book launch events, each featuring different contributors and covering different topics. Please check below for all events.
Calendar of Events
Please check back for upcoming events!
Library Juice Press Virtual Book Launch II: February 20 at 3pm-4:30pm EST
Event Description: Hear from some of the contributors of Preserving Disability. Presenter info & more details coming soon!
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Library Juice Press Virtual Book Launch I: February 10 at 11am-12:30pm EST
Event Description: Hear from some of the contributors of Preserving Disability. Presenter info & more details coming soon!
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