Initiative Description
Working with the Southern Nevada Public Library System we began with discussions about on-going collaborations to establish a long-term partnership for information dissemination, outreach, and creating additional methods to reach underserved populations with assistive technology needs. AT Act funding supporting the AT Resource Centers was used for staff time.
Lessons Learned/Replication
While there are currently no measurable results, we are certain to see increased referrals, consumer engagements onsite and training opportunities. We will track consumer services are implemented and carried out at libraries. At this point the initial research has been conducted and meetings held establishing strategies to address mutual concerns and potential benefits for the State of Nevada. Plans for FFY 2023 include establishing small AT resource type areas within 2-3 larger libraries. AT Collaborative staff will provide basic training and technical assistance to library staff. With the intent of adding other areas of service based on on-going needs and demands from library patrons with disabilities. This initiative will not only reach underserved populations but it will help address rural areas of our state where local libraries are crucial to those smaller and somewhat isolated communities and populations.