Libraries and Care-Experienced Children and Young People - Paperback

by John Vincent (Author)

Drawing on the experience of library staff and young people, Vincent's book presents an essential guide to how libraries can best support children and young people in care. Exploring practices that have proved beneficial and effective, and explaining why, this book will provide readers with suggestions on developing good practice. Chapters cover

• the support libraries have provided in the past;
• how libraries are responding today; and
• case studies that draw on the experience of individuals abroad.

Author Biography

John Vincent has worked in the public sector since the 1960s, primarily for Hertfordshire, Lambeth and Enfield public library services, including as a children's and young people's librarian and senior manager. John has previously published Libraries and Sanctuary, LGBT People and the UK Cultural Sector, and co-authored Public Libraries and Social Justice. He is also currently the Chair of the CILIP Benevolent Fund and is a recipient of the CILIP CDEG Special Diversity Award. He was awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to public libraries in the 2026 New Year's Honours list.