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http://www.lga.gov.uk/Documents/Publication/creatings.pdf ''Creating Safer & Stronger Communities - the contribution of cultural services''. LGA, Jan. 2004 useful report to use for advocay & good practice ...e.g. page 22 '' Museums, archives and libraries have an important role to play in promoting knowledge and understanding of diverse cultures and in fostering a sense of identity and racial tolerance. Cultural institutions can reflect the existence and contribution of all sections of the community and show the transformative effect that ethnic minorities have had on British society. If interpreted in a way that is broad and relevant to today's society they can help to foster a sense of identity, ownership, pride and self respect. Many libraries and cultural institutions take part in the annual black history month event which is held every October. The aims are to: - promote knowledge of black history and experience; - disseminate information on positive black contributions to British society; - heighten the confidence and awareness of black people in their cultural heritage.'' ian Ian Blackwell Head of Access & Learning North East Museums, Libraries & Archives Council (NEMLAC) House of Recovery Bath Lane Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 5SQ tel: 0191 222 1661 fax: 0191 261 4725 www.nemlac.co.uk To discuss, debate, discover and share what's going on in museums, libraries and archives in the North East, join the email group NEMLAAL - click on http://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/lists/NEMLAAL.html If you are visiting NEMLAC offices for a meeting, training or just a chat, please inform us beforehand if you have any access requirements.