A library loan with a difference will be on offer at Griffith University’s Nathan campus on Wednesday, May 24, 12pm-1pm) with the opening of a one-hour ‘Human Library’.
In a Queensland first, library users will be able to find out more about the experiences of a refugee, a Muslim, a Jew and a widow – among others – when they register to ‘borrow’ a person rather than an old-fashioned book.
Through 15-minute private, informal chat, nearly all will be revealed as humans in the form of a book open up about their life experiences and narrate very personal stories of heartache and happiness.
HUMAN LIBRARY: Reserve your human book today
“The role of the library has evolved through the years and this initiative puts the library at the heart of cultural and social interaction on a university campus,” Linda O’Brien, Pro Vice Chancellor (Information Services) said.
“Challenging stereotypes, demystifying assumptions and understanding identity are all