The Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) is now accepting applications for the digital reformatting of audio and audiovisual materials through its Recordings at Risk grant program. Funded by the Mellon Foundation, this program is dedicated to preserving “at-risk” recorded content of significant importance to researchers and the general public. Applications open today, January Read More The post CLIR Invites Applications for Digitizing At-Risk Audio and Audiovisual Materials appeared first on CLIR ..read more

  Alexandria, VA, January 9, 2025—The Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) is pleased to announce the publication of Archivist Actions, Abolitionist Futures: Reimagining Archival Practice Against Incarceration, edited by Alison Clemens and Jessica Farrell. This report is the latest addition to CLIR’s Pocket Burgundy series, which features concise publications on critical topics relevant Read More The post CLIR Releases New Report in Pocket Burgundy Series—Archivist Actions, Abolitionist Futures: Reimagining Archival Practice Against Incarceration appeared first on CLIR ..read more

  Alexandria, VA, December 2024—The Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) is pleased to announce the release of Creating Ethical Temporary Positions in Archives: Best Practices and Case Studies. Authored by Courtney Dean, Monika Lehman, Kit Messick, Sarah Quigley, Sheridan Leigh Sayles, Laura Starratt, and Camila Zorilla Tessler, this report is the latest addition Read More The post CLIR Publishes Creating Ethical Temporary Positions in Archives: A Call to Action for Fairer Labor Practices in Cultural Heritage appeared first on CLIR ..read more

  CLIR Announces Digitizing Hidden Collections: Amplifying Unheard Voices Awards $4 Million Awarded to 18 Projects in the US and Canada Contact: Hidden Collections Team Alexandria, VA, November 7, 2024 –The Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) proudly announces the award of $3.97 million to fund 18 transformative digitization projects through the Digitizing Hidden Read More The post CLIR Announces Digitizing Hidden Collections: Amplifying Unheard Voices Awards appeared first on CLIR ..read more

CLIR congratulates Jenny Ferretti on her move to administer the Texas After Violence Project, which we support as foundational to the enrichment of our national narrative and a continuation of the core principles of the Digital Library Federation.  While we are sorry to lose Jenny, this transition represents an elegant continuum: her exceptional leadership during Read More The post Wayne Graham Named Interim Director of the Digital Library Federation appeared first on CLIR ..read more

CLIR News No. 156 Fall 2024 Letter from the Editor Gaza’s Cultural Heritage and the Ruin of War By Charles Henry, president Read More CLIR Submits Proposal for MacArthur Foundation’s $100 Million 100 & Change Initiative By Sharon Burney, program officer Read More Navigating Fundraising in Challenging Times: A Candid Q&A with Julie Beroukas Snyder, Read More The post CLIR News 156 appeared first on CLIR ..read more

In a world where memory is often institutionalized and tucked away in remote repositories, T-Kay Sangwand is pioneering a different approach—one that centers communities in the preservation of their own histories. As a librarian for the UCLA Digital Library Program, Sangwand works to make digital archival collections accessible while ensuring that marginalized voices retain control Read More The post Preserving Memory, Empowering Communities: T-Kay Sangwand’s Mission to Democratize Archives appeared first on CLIR ..read more

By William Carter As society continues its march into the digital era, the need to preserve historical records and make them accessible to the public is more critical than ever. CLIR’s new Grantee Spotlight series will introduce the scholars, researchers, and preservationists whose work is made possible through the generous support of CLIR’s regranting programs, Read More The post Preserving Voices, Saving Histories: Meet Lisa Nguyen, CLIR Grantee Spotlight appeared first on CLIR ..read more

Dear Readers, Welcome to the Fall 2024 edition of CLIR News.  This issue is brimming with insights, stories, and innovations that reflect CLIR’s ongoing mission to help libraries, archives, and museums weather today’s challenges. We’re all about fostering collaborations, exploring cutting-edge technology, and uplifting community-driven projects to ensure our shared histories not only survive but Read More The post Letter from the Editor appeared first on CLIR ..read more

CLIR is excited to announce the addition of four new members to its growing team. Each brings a wealth of expertise and diverse backgrounds that will undoubtedly strengthen CLIR’s ongoing initiatives in cultural preservation, strategic growth, and global collaboration. Together, these individuals reflect CLIR’s commitment to interdisciplinary innovation and a future-driven approach to tackling the Read More The post CLIR Welcomes Four New Team Members to Further Its Mission of Cultural Preservation and Innovation appeared first on CLIR ..read more