Stakeholder and Political Toolkits
The Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) has worked to spark a national conversation about the value of public libraries. They are essential public infrastructure which sit at the heart of communities right across Scotland.
But the current political and economic landscape brings acute challenges to all areas of public finance, meaning that it’s never been more important to highlight the role libraries play, as dynamic and inclusive spaces accessible to all.
We Need your Help
We need your support to make this happen. As front-line services at the heart of communities, you are the strongest advocates for the difference libraries make to communities every day. By working together to highlight and promote this vision, we can demonstrate the essential contribution libraries make to learning, wellbeing and inclusion.
We have created two toolkits to help you share the vision, celebrate your work and continue the national conversation about the essential role libraries play in Scottish life.
The Services Toolkit has suggestions on how you can share your impact and includes editable social media posts and web copy. The Political Toolkit can also help you reach out to local politicians.
Together, we can help decision-makers understand that investing in libraries is investing in Scotland’s future.
Libraries are essential public infrastructure: they are the heart of our communities. Providing access to books, information and technology. They are a place to meet, socialise, study and work. Libraries create a safe, warm space where people can explore new ideas.
That’s why we’re setting out our vision statement to Secure the Future of Scotland’s Libraries. Join us as we work to secure the future of Scotland’s libraries.
Evidence-Led Libraries: Inspiring Innovation and Creating Communities
Scottish Library & Information Council
Annual General Meeting 2025
